Going from Coimbatore to Ooty by one way taxi costs ₹2,350 in a Sedan, about 87 km and 3 hours on the road. An SUV works out to ₹3,000 and an Innova to ₹3,230. Nothing is paid before the ride; you settle with the driver when you reach Ooty. People also search this trip as Kovai to Udhagamandalam cab.
Coimbatore to Ooty taxi fare
Here is what each car costs from Coimbatore to Ooty. The distance is about 87 km and the figures include the driver’s allowance, so the only extras are tolls, parking and border or hill charges.
| Car | Seats | Rate | One way | Round trip (same day) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 SedanDzire, Etios or similar | 4 | ₹15/km | ₹2,350 | ₹3,900 | Book |
 Prime SedanAmaze, Ciaz or similar | 4 | ₹16/km | ₹2,480 | ₹4,150 | Book |
 SUVErtiga, Xylo or similar | 6 | ₹20/km | ₹3,000 | ₹5,150 | Book |
 InnovaToyota Innova | 7 | ₹21/km | ₹3,230 | ₹5,500 | Book |
 Innova CrystaToyota Innova Crysta | 7 | ₹23/km | ₹3,490 | ₹6,000 | Book |
One way is billed on a 130 km minimum with bata once. A round trip counts both ways (250 km minimum) and adds bata per day. For another car, distance or number of days, open the fare calculator.
When to leave Coimbatore for Ooty
With only 3 hours to cover, even an afternoon pickup from Coimbatore gets you to Ooty in good time. Arrival times add roughly thirty minutes for a tea break and fuel stop.
| Leave Coimbatore at | Reach Ooty about |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | 9:30 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 11:30 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 1:30 PM |
| 2:00 PM | 5:30 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 8:30 PM |
Traffic, rain, road work and festival days can add time. Night departures are fine; choose any hour in the booking form.
Coimbatore to Ooty road distance and route
The run is roughly 87 km and 3 hours behind the wheel, depending on weather and which side of town you start from.
The last stretch climbs the Coonoor–Mettupalayam ghat road. Our drivers take hairpins steadily, and a morning departure keeps you clear of mist and evening traffic. Because the distance is under 130 km, the fare is billed on the 130 km minimum. It suits you if you also want a few stops on arrival.
Coimbatore and Ooty: one way or return
A Coimbatore and Ooty return journey covers about 174 km. The driver stays with you and bata is charged per day.
| Plan (Sedan) | Billed km | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| One way, Coimbatore to Ooty | 130 | ₹2,350 |
| Round trip, same day | 250 | ₹3,900 |
| Round trip, two days | 250 | ₹4,300 |
| Two separate one way drops | 260 | ₹4,700 |
Sedan estimates. Round trips work when the car waits for you in Ooty. If you will stay on and come back later by yourself, a second one way booking is usually cheaper.
How we reach the Coimbatore to Ooty fare
Fare = billed km × the car’s rate + driver bata. A Sedan on this route is 130 km × ₹15 = ₹1,950, plus ₹400 bata = ₹2,350. An SUV is 130 km × ₹20 = ₹2,600, plus ₹400 = ₹3,000. An Innova Crysta is 130 km × ₹23 = ₹2,990, plus ₹500 = ₹3,490. Extra stops and detours cost the same per-km rate, and you never pay for the driver’s empty drive home.
| In the fare | Paid as it comes |
|---|---|
| ✔ Car, fuel and driver | ✖ Toll plazas |
| ✔ Driver bata (once, one way) | ✖ Parking fees |
| ✔ Door pickup, any hour | ✖ Border, permit or ghat charges |
About Ooty
Ooty is the hill station of the Nilgiris, 2,240 metres above sea level. It is known for tea estates, the Nilgiri mountain railway, eucalyptus air and winter mist.
After the drop, guests often head to:
Best months: March to June, and September to November; rain peaks in October. Fog can slow the road to a crawl in winter mornings; leave Coimbatore before 8 AM to reach Ooty with a clear afternoon.
The Coimbatore–Ooty run climbs the Coonoor ghat with 14 hairpins; our drivers take it steadily and we avoid it after dark in heavy mist.
We drop at any address in Ooty; frequent drop points are Charing Cross, Fingerpost, Coonoor Road, Lovedale, Elk Hill and Mettupalayam Road, and the station or stand at Ooty bus stand and Udhagamandalam railway station.
Pickup in Coimbatore
Pickup anywhere in Coimbatore is included in the fare. People often start from Gandhipuram, RS Puram, Peelamedu, Saibaba Colony, Singanallur and Ganapathy. We also serve Coimbatore Junction railway station, Gandhipuram central bus stand and Ukkadam bus stand.
Our office is in Ganapathy, so cars start from inside the city and reach the Avinashi Road, Palakkad Road and Salem highway without crossing town. Tell us the gate or lane in Coimbatore; Avinashi Road and Trichy Road carry heavy lorry traffic and we pick the side that saves a U-turn.
Why travel Coimbatore to Ooty with Maha One Way Taxi
- One side only. Your Coimbatore to Ooty bill carries no charge for the car’s way back.
- Pay at the end. Cash or UPI to the driver in Ooty; nothing in advance.
- Same rate on every page. No surge, no festival mark-up.
- Five AC cars. Sedan, Prime Sedan, SUV, Innova and Innova Crysta.
- A voice on the line. Call or WhatsApp +91 88258 87738 at any hour.
- Enter your trip in the booking form at the top.
- Press Check fare for all five prices.
- Choose a car, add your name and confirm.
- We call you with the driver and car details.
Rather speak to someone? Ring +91 88258 87738 or message us on WhatsApp; the line is staffed day and night.
Book a one way drop taxi, Coimbatore to Ooty
Whether you type drop taxi Coimbatore to Ooty, one way cab or taxi service, the car, driver and price are the same. You are billed for the Coimbatore to Ooty distance only.
We confirm the car and driver by phone or WhatsApp. If you need to come back, a Ooty to Coimbatore booking is priced the same way. Ooty to Coimbatore taxi.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the taxi fare from Coimbatore to Ooty?
A Sedan from Coimbatore to Ooty costs about ₹2,350. An SUV is about ₹3,000, an Innova about ₹3,230 and an Innova Crysta about ₹3,490. These are for roughly 87 km and include driver bata; tolls, parking and any border charge are extra.
How far is Ooty from Coimbatore and how long does it take?
About 87 km by road, taking around 3 hours. The booking form measures the exact distance from your address.
Do I pay for the driver’s return?
No. A one way taxi is billed only for the Coimbatore to Ooty distance. If you want the car to come back with you, choose Round Trip; a Sedan same-day return is about ₹3,900.
Is any advance needed?
No. You pay the driver in cash or UPI when you reach Ooty.
Which cars can I book for Coimbatore to Ooty?
Sedan (4 seats), Prime Sedan (4), SUV (6), Innova (7) and Innova Crysta (7). Every car is air conditioned.
Can I travel from Coimbatore to Ooty at night or very early?
Maha One Way Taxi runs round the clock. Pick any pickup time in the booking form, including pre-dawn and late-night starts.
Are tolls and permits in the quoted fare?
No. Tolls and parking are paid as they occur. State permit charges apply only if a border is crossed, and ghat charges only on some hill roads.
Is Kovai to Udhagamandalam the same trip?
Yes. Kovai to Udhagamandalam is the same drive as Coimbatore to Ooty: about 87 km, from ₹2,350 in a Sedan. Enter either spelling and the fare is identical.
How do I book a Coimbatore to Ooty cab?
Fill in your mobile number, pickup and date in the booking form on this page, press Check fare and confirm. Or call or WhatsApp +91 88258 87738 and we will arrange it.
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