Bangalore to Ooty
Every way to get there — compared with fares from real planned trips.
Bangalore to Ooty is about 300 km; the fastest option is by train (4h 29m) and the cheapest is by train from ₹290. Best time to start: depart from bengaluru by evening (around 8-9 pm) on june 27th, 2026, to arrive in mettupalayam early morning for the connecting toy train to ooty..
- Distance
- 300 km
- Fastest
- 4h 29m
- by train
- Cheapest
- from ₹290
- by train
Train vs bus vs flight
| Mode | From | Fastest | Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | ₹290 | 4h 29m | 1 found |
| Bus | ₹549 | 6h | 20 found |
The leg-by-leg plan
The complete journey from a real TravBuddy trip — including the first and last mile.
- 1
Bengaluru → Bengaluru Bus Standauto
0h 45m · 10 km
Book an auto-rickshaw via ride-hailing apps for convenience and fair pricing.
- 2
Bengaluru → Mettupalayambus
8h 0m · 280 km
Opt for a comfortable sleeper or semi-sleeper bus for the overnight journey. Book tickets well in advance, especially for the desired departure date.
- 3
Mettupalayam → Ootytrain
4h 30m · 46 km
This is the Nilgiri Mountain Railway toy train. Book your tickets as soon as they become available (usually 120 days in advance) as they sell out very quickly due to limited capacity and high demand. Enjoy the scenic journey!
- 4
Ooty Railway Station → Ooty Accommodation Areaauto
0h 15m · 4 km
Shared autos are often available outside the station, or you can hire a private one.
Train options
| Service | No. | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fare from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTP UAM PASS2S class | 56136 | 07:10 | 11:39 | 4h 29m | ₹290 |
Bus options
| Service | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fare from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bharat Benz A/C Seater /Sleeper (2+1)Krish Travels | 20:15 | 07:00 | 10h 45m | ₹549 |
| Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper (2+1)No 1 Air Travels | 21:30 | 06:45 | 9h 15m | ₹720 |
| A/C Seater / Sleeper (2+1)GSM Trans India | 22:30 | 06:20 | 7h 50m | ₹800 |
| Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper (2+1)SURYA TRANSPORTS | 09:15 | 18:00 | 8h 45m | ₹811 |
| Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper (2+1)A1 Travels | 22:00 | 06:35 | 8h 35m | ₹850 |
| Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper (2+1)A1 Travels | 10:30 | 19:45 | 9h 15m | ₹850 |
| Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper (2+1)SURYA TRANSPORTS | 21:15 | 07:00 | 9h 45m | ₹899 |
| A/C Semi Sleeper / Sleeper (2+1)zingbus plus | 22:55 | 07:30 | 8h 35m | ₹977 |
Bangalore to Ooty: quick questions
How far is Ooty from Bangalore?+
Bangalore to Ooty is about 300 km by the usual route.
What is the cheapest way from Bangalore to Ooty?+
The cheapest option is usually by train, from around ₹290 per person — compare live fares on this page.
How long does it take to travel from Bangalore to Ooty?+
The fastest option is by train, taking about 4h 29m.
How can you travel from Bangalore to Ooty?+
You can travel from Bangalore to Ooty by bus, train. This page compares each with live fares, timings and a leg-by-leg plan.
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Build this Bangalore→Ooty tripFares and timings were fetched from live rail, bus and flight sources on 5 July 2026 and change with date and demand — always confirm while booking.