Tempo Traveller from Bangalore to Ooty
Three days in the Nilgiris: the lake, the Botanical Garden, Doddabetta and Coonoor, with the forest stretch through Bandipur timed for daylight. A 3-day round trip costs from ₹24,600.
Quick answer: A tempo traveller from Bangalore to Ooty costs from ₹24,600 for a 3-day round trip (750 km billed at ₹30/km plus ₹700/day driver bata), plus tolls, parking and permits. Ooty is about 270 km away, 7 to 8 hours by road via Mysore, Bandipur and Mudumalai, then the Kalhatti or Gudalur ghat. In a full 17 seater that is about ₹1,447 per person.
| Trip fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Distance | About 270 km one way |
| Drive time | 7 to 8 hours |
| Usual route | Mysore, Bandipur and Mudumalai, then the Kalhatti or Gudalur ghat |
| Best time to go | March to June and September to November |
| Permits | Tamil Nadu tourist permit and Nilgiris e-pass |
Bangalore to Ooty tempo traveller fare
Whole-vehicle round-trip prices, worked out the same way as our search. Tolls, parking and permits are extra.
| Vehicle | Rate | 3-day trip | 4-day trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC tempo traveller, 9 to 17 seats | ₹30/km + ₹700/day | ₹24,600 | ₹32,800 |
| AC tempo traveller, 20 to 26 seats | from ₹30/km + ₹700/day | from ₹24,600 | from ₹32,800 |
| Non-AC tempo traveller | ₹28/km + ₹700/day | ₹23,100 | ₹30,800 |
| Luxury 9/10 seater | ₹32/km + ₹600/day | ₹25,800 | ₹34,400 |
Cost per person by size (3-day trip)
The AC rate is the same for 9 to 17 seats, so a fuller vehicle costs less per head. Book one size up if you carry a lot of luggage.
Bangalore to Ooty: stops on the way
Approximate road distance from central Bangalore at each stop.
- StartBangalorePickup at your door
- 145 kmMysore
- 205 kmGundlupet
- 225 kmBandipurForest, closed 9 pm to 6 am
- 240 kmTheppakaduMudumalai
- 248 kmMasinagudi
- 258 kmKalhatti ghat36 hairpins
- 270 kmOotyLake and Botanical Garden
Planning Bangalore to Ooty by tempo traveller
Good places to stop
- Gundlupet for a break before the forest
- Theppakadu in Mudumalai, for the elephant camp
- Pykara falls on the way into Ooty if time allows
Sample plan
- Day 1: drive in, evening at Ooty Lake
- Day 2: Botanical Garden, Doddabetta, tea factory
- Day 3: Coonoor viewpoints, then back before the forest closes
Tips
Bandipur and Mudumalai close to traffic at night, roughly 9 pm to 6 am, so the drive back has to start by early afternoon. Vehicles from outside the Nilgiris need an e-pass, which we register for your dates. Pack warm layers: Ooty drops below 10°C on winter nights.
Travelling with 18 or more? See our bus rental to Ooty. Want recliner seats? Try the luxury tempo traveller to Ooty.
Cancellation, changes and refunds
A short version of our refund and cancellation policy. No advance is needed to get a quote.
Cancellation
- Outstation: free if cancelled at least 12 hours before pickup (any advance booking fee is not refunded).
- Outstation, within 12 hours: a 25% to 50% fee, depending on distance and vehicle.
- Local trips: free up to 6 hours before pickup; later, up to 50% may be charged.
- No-show without notice: the full fare is charged.
Changing your booking
- Reschedule at least 4 to 6 hours before pickup, subject to availability.
- Changes closer to pickup are treated as a cancellation and a new booking.
- If we have to cancel because of a breakdown, driver issue or extreme weather, you get a full refund or a new slot.
Refunds
- Eligible refunds start within 5 to 7 business days.
- Money goes back to the original payment method.
- Paid in cash? Refunds are sent by bank transfer or UPI.
Bangalore to Ooty tempo traveller FAQs
How much is a tempo traveller from Bangalore to Ooty?
From ₹24,600 for a 3-day round trip in an AC tempo traveller (750 km at ₹30/km plus ₹700/day driver bata), and ₹32,800 for 4 days. Tolls, parking and permits are extra.
Which road does the tempo traveller take?
Via Bandipur and Mudumalai, then either the Kalhatti ghat or the longer Gudalur road, depending on current vehicle rules.
Do we need an e-pass for Ooty?
Yes. We register the vehicle for your dates.
Is the Tamil Nadu permit extra?
Yes, it is paid at actuals.
How many days for Ooty?
Three days is ideal; four days adds Pykara and Avalanche Lake.
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