How far is Ooty from Madurai?

The driving distance from Ooty to Madurai is approximately 277.9 km by road, taking about 6 hr 27 min.

What is the taxi fare from Ooty to Madurai?

One-way taxi fares from Ooty to Madurai start at ₹4,291 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 Ooty to Madurai by taxi?

A taxi from Ooty to Madurai takes approximately 6 hr 27 min by road, depending on traffic and road conditions.

What car types are available for Ooty to Madurai 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 Ooty to Madurai route. All vehicles come with AC and experienced drivers.

Is AC included in the Ooty to Madurai 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 Ooty to Madurai?

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

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Ooty to Madurai drop taxi

277.9 km

~6 hr 27 min

Book a Ooty to Madurai drop taxi (277.9 km, ~6 hr 27 min). One-way fares from ₹4,291 with Express Drop Taxi.

The driving distance from Ooty to Madurai is 277.9 km, taking approximately 6 hr 27 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 277.9 km drive from Ooty to Madurai 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: NH181 / NH544 / NH85 Via: Mettupalayam, Erode, Dindigul

Travel tip: Ooty to Madurai is about 7 hours; descend the ghat early to avoid uphill tourist traffic.

Best time: October to March for mist-free ghat driving.

Ooty to Madurai taxi fare

Vehicle	One way fare	Round trip fare
Hatchback	₹4,291	₹7,725
Sedan	₹4,291	₹7,725
SUV	₹5,680	₹10,504
Innova	₹5,958	₹11,060
Innova Crysta	₹7,347	₹13,283

* 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 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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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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