How To Reach Ooty From Mumbai

By Air: Traveling to Ooty from Mumbai via flights is a good option as well. The aerial distance from Mumbai to Ooty is around 945 kms, which is covered within 3 to 4 hours. However, the catch here is that there are no airports in Ooty, and the nearest airport is in Coimbatore which is located almost a 100 kms away from the city center of Ooty. Despite this issue, it makes sense to travel to Ooty from Mumbai via flights, because people can cut down on travel time, thus increasing the amount of time they can spend exploring the place. Flights are slightly more expensive that train tickets though.

By Road: The distance from Mumbai to Ooty by road is around 1204 kms, which can be covered within 20 hours or so, without a break. If traveling with breaks, then the travel time is likely to increase, although it is highly recommended to stop at regular intervals and enjoy some sightseeing before being on one’s way again. The roads are pretty well maintained, and well-lit at night, and the small towns and villages that fall on the way are good for stopping and grabbing a few refreshments. There is no direct bus connectivity between Mumbai and Ooty. You can reach Bangalore first from Mumbai and then take a bus from Bangalore to Ooty.

By Train: If thinking about how to reach Ooty from Mumbai by train, then the options are endless. The Mumbai to Ooty distance by train is around 1200 kms, and there are several trains that can cover this distance within 36 to 40 hours. Although the travel time is a lot, as compared to when traveling via air, the costs are pretty low for the trains. Add to that the fact that the journey is very comfortable, and there are many picturesque views to enjoy on the way, and travelers have a winner on their hands. There are no train stations at Ooty, except for the toy train station. The closest train station to Ooty is in Mettupalayam, from where travelers can either opt for traveling by road to Ooty or by the toy train.