Kodaikanal is all about experiencing wonderful weather conditions, cliffs, nature, and everything beautiful. From Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata you will need to cover an approximate distance of around 2,644, 1,457, 467, 2,196 km respectively. Let’s discuss how you can reach Kodaikanal via the following routes.
By Air
Kodaikanal doesn’t have its own airport. The nearest airport is the Madurai Airport which is located at an approximate distance of 130 km. So, after deboarding, you will need to cover the remaining distance via some means of public transportation. Various airlines like IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India operate with a good frequency to and fro Madurai. You can easily get a flight to Madurai from Indira Gandhi International Airport Delhi, Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport Mumbai, and Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru.
Here is a list of Indian cities from where flights are available to Kodaikanal
Chennai to Madurai Flight
Bangalore to Madurai Flight
Mumbai to Madurai Flight
Delhi to Madurai Flight
Hyderabad to Madurai Flight
By Train
The nearest train station from Kodaikanal is the Kodai Railway station situated at an approximate distance of 80 km. This railway station lies between Dindigul and Madurai. It is also considered a local business hub. Yes, the presence of retail shops that are open 24×7 attracts a great number of tourists which is good for the economy of this place.
In close proximity to this station lies the Mariamman temple where you can make a visit and seek blessings of the deity where Shakti is worshipped in her Suyambu form.
From Delhi – you can take Himsagar Express or Navyug Express via H. Nizamuddin station
From Tirupati – you will need to board Himsagar Express via Tirupati railway station
From Mysuru – you can take TUTICORIN Express via Mysuru Junction.
By Road
Traveling to Kodaikanal via road can be a fun experience too. This city is well-linked with several other prominent cities.
From Bengaluru – you will need to cover an approximate distance of 460 km via NH 44
From Coimbatore – you will need to cover an approximate distance of around 177 km via Palani Kodaikanal road or NH83
From Madurai – you will need to cover an approximate distance of around 116 km via NH 85 or Laws Ghat road.
Source: adotrip