Bangalore to Ooty by Road
Let's explore the driving directions for your journey to Ooty by car or bike.
The hairpin bend route to Ooty via Masinagudi
The hairpin bend route to Ooty via Masinagudi
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here are two main routes from Bangalore, one via Mysore and the other through Kanakapura & Chamarajanagar, converging at the border town of Gundlupet before entering Tamil Nadu.The more popular route is via Mysore (outlined below):
Bangalore → Mysore → Gundlupet → Bandipur → Theppakadu junction → via Masinagudi (option 1) or via Gudalur (option 2) → Thalaikundha junction → Ooty.
This route takes about 7 hours & 300km drive.
Most travellers prefer the Bangalore-Mysore Expressway first. And then head towards Gundlupet after Mysore.
Once past Gundlupet, the road passes through the Bandipur National Park, which straddles the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border. Bandipur National Park lies on the Karnataka side, while the Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary is on the Tamil Nadu side, both integral parts of the Nilgiri Biosphere.
Approximately 20 km from Gundlupet, you'll reach the Bandipur National Park entry point, where forest safaris are operated, offering a chance to spot wildlife.
After Bandipur, you'll cross into Tamil Nadu, marked by arches on either side of a riverlet. Check posts at the border may inspect your vehicle and travel details, especially on the Tamil Nadu side.
Upon reaching Theppakadu, two routes to Ooty emerge one via Masinagudi, a shorter but challenging route with steep climbs and hairpin bends, and the other via Gudalur, the standard bus route.
The Masinagudi route is closed at night for safety, so plan accordingly. It's advisable for experienced drivers due to its challenging terrain. Masinagudi is known for trekking and offers resorts and homestays.
Both routes merge approximately 6 kilometres before Ooty. Keep in mind that traffic through the national park is restricted at night, and Masinagudi traffic is allowed only towards Ooty.
If road travel isn't your preference, consider the train option. You can travel from Bangalore to Ooty by train, with Coimbatore being the nearest major railway station. There are bus services from both Tamil Nadu and Karnataka state corporations between Coimbatore and Bangalore. Additionally, bus travel from Bangalore to Ooty is a popular option.
For those preferring air travel, Coimbatore has an airport located 15 km outside the city, with a few direct flights from Bangalore.
Bangalore to Ooty road route for driving directions and road conditions. ">
Bangalore to Ooty Route map. Bangalore to Ooty Distance is about 300km.
The two major road routes to Ooty from Bangalore:
Route 1:
Bangalore – Mandya- Mysore – Gundlupet – Bandipur – Theppakkadu – ( via Masinagudi or Gudallur ) – Ooty
Route 2:
Bangalore – Kanakapura – Chamarajanagar – Gundlupet – Bandipur – Theppakkadu – ( via Masinagudi or Gudallur ) – Ooty
See also Bangalore to Ooty road route for driving directions and road conditions.
Bangalore to Ooty road route for driving directions and road conditions. ">
Bangalore to Ooty Route map. Bangalore to Ooty Distance is about 300km.
Bangalore Mysore Ooty Route Distance
The two major road routes to Ooty from Bangalore: Route 1: Bangalore – Mandya- Mysore – Gundlupet – Bandipur – Theppakkadu – ( via Masinagudi or Gudallur ) – Ooty Route 2: Bangalore – Kanakapura – Chamarajanagar – Gundlupet – Bandipur – Theppakkadu – ( via Masinagudi or Gudallur ) – Ooty See also Bangalore to Ooty road route for driving directions and road conditions.