How far is Madurai from Ooty?

The driving distance from Madurai to Ooty is approximately 286.4 km by road, taking about 6 hr 41 min.

What is the taxi fare from Madurai to Ooty?

One-way taxi fares from Madurai to Ooty start at ₹4,410 for a hatchback. SUV and Innova options are also available at higher rates. All fares include driver batta and AC.

How long does it take to travel from Madurai to Ooty by taxi?

A taxi from Madurai to Ooty takes approximately 6 hr 41 min by road, depending on traffic and road conditions.

What car types are available for Madurai to Ooty drop taxi?

Express Drop Taxi offers Hatchback (4+1), Sedan (4+1), SUV (6+1), Innova (6+1), and Innova Crysta (7+1) for the Madurai to Ooty route. All vehicles come with AC and experienced drivers.

Is AC included in the Madurai to Ooty taxi fare?

Yes, air conditioning is included in all Express Drop Taxi vehicles at no extra charge. Toll charges, parking, and permit fees are billed separately.

Which highway connects Madurai to Ooty?

The Madurai to Ooty route primarily uses NH85 / NH544 / NH181, passing through Dindigul, Dharapuram, Mettupalayam.

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Madurai to Ooty drop taxi

286.4 km

~6 hr 41 min

Book a Madurai to Ooty drop taxi (286.4 km, ~6 hr 41 min). One-way fares from ₹4,410 with Express Drop Taxi.

The driving distance from Madurai to Ooty is 286.4 km, taking approximately 6 hr 41 min by road. Express Drop Taxi provides one-way and round-trip taxi services on this route with AC vehicles and experienced drivers at no extra charge.

The 286.4 km drive from Madurai to Ooty is a full day's journey. A one-way drop taxi saves you from the discomfort of overnight buses or train waitlists. Travel at your own pace with AC comfort and a dedicated driver.

Route information

Highway: NH85 / NH544 / NH181 Via: Dindigul, Dharapuram, Mettupalayam

Travel tip: Ooty is about 7 hours from Madurai via Dindigul and Mettupalayam; the ghat drive is the final 90 minutes.

Best time: October to March for clear ghat views.

Madurai to Ooty taxi fare

Vehicle	One way fare	Round trip fare
Hatchback	₹4,410	₹7,946
Sedan	₹4,410	₹7,946
SUV	₹5,842	₹10,810
Innova	₹6,128	₹11,383
Innova Crysta	₹7,560	₹13,674

* Fares are approximate and include driver batta. Toll charges, parking, and permit fees are extra.

For longer routes like this, consider an Innova or SUV for extra legroom and comfort. Express Drop Taxi charges only for one-way distance; no return fare.

About Madurai

Madurai is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, with a recorded history spanning over 2,500 years. The Meenakshi Amman Temple, with its towering gopurams covered in thousands of colorful sculptures, stands at the city's heart and draws millions of pilgrims annually. Madurai is also the jasmine capital of India; the fragrant Madurai malli is traded across South Indian markets daily.

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About Ooty

Ooty (Udhagamandalam), perched at 2,240 meters in the Nilgiri Mountains, was developed as a summer retreat by the British in the 19th century. The Nilgiri Mountain Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, chugs through 16 tunnels and over 250 bridges on its route from Mettupalayam. Vast tea estates carpet the surrounding hillsides, and the Government Botanical Garden, established in 1848, houses over 1,000 plant species including a fossilized tree trunk believed to be 20 million years old.

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