“Weekend trip from Bangalore — left Friday night, back Sunday. They booked the toy train, sorted the Bandipur timing, and gave us a near-perfect 2-day plan. Already booked the Coonoor combo for next trip.”
Distance
270 km
Drive time
6–7 hrs
Best season
Sep–Jun
From
₹8,500
Ooty from Bangalore — overview
Looking for an Ooty travel agent near Bangalore? Ooty Holidays plans Nilgiris trips for Bangalore travellers since 2004 — weekend escapes, honeymoon packages and family tours, all with direct WhatsApp support.
Bangalore to Ooty is the classic weekend hill drive — Mysuru, Bandipur and Mudumalai forest, then 36 hairpin bends to Ooty. Doable as a 2N/3D trip.
Best way to travel: Self-drive or cab via Mysuru–Bandipur.
How to reach Ooty from Bangalore
Self-drive
6–7 hrs
NH-275 via Mysuru–Bandipur–Mudumalai
Fuel + tolls
Cab
6–7 hrs
Private cab — most comfortable
₹9,000–12,500
Train
~8 hrs total
Train to Mysuru + cab
₹600–1,800 pp
Flight
~5 hrs total
BLR → Coimbatore + 3 hr cab
₹4,000–7,500 pp
Recommended duration
2N/3D
Sweet spot balancing travel time, sightseeing and rest from Bangalore.
Circuit ideas
- Weekend Escape2N/3D
Fri night out → Sun evening back
- Ooty + Mysore + Bandipur4N/5D
Wildlife + palaces + hills
- Ooty + Coonoor3N/4D
Twin-base hills + tea gardens
Booking tips for Bangalore travellers
Tip 1
Bandipur closes 9 PM–6 AM — plan to clear before sunset.
Tip 2
Self-drivers: keep an extra hour for the 36 hairpin climb.
Tip 3
Long weekends spike rates 30–60% — book early or shift midweek.
Popular packages
honeymoon1N / 2DStarting from₹9,900
Ooty Honeymoon Package — 1 Night / 2 Days
The Ooty Honeymoon Package — 1 Night / 2 Days is a short romantic itinerary covering Ooty, Pykara and Coonoor, starting from ₹9,900 per couple. Accommodation, cab, breakfast, candle-light dinner and private-car sightseeing — a quick, romantic Ooty escape.
✓ Cab Included✓ Hotel Included
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honeymoon2N / 3DStarting from₹16,500
Ooty Honeymoon Package — 2 Nights / 3 Days
The Ooty Honeymoon Package — 2 Nights / 3 Days is a romantic itinerary covering Ooty, Pykara and Coonoor over 2 nights / 3 days, starting from ₹16,500 per couple. The most-booked honeymoon plan — three slow, romantic days.
✓ Cab Included✓ Hotel Included
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honeymoon3N / 4DStarting from₹22,500
Ooty Romantic LuxeGlamp Honeymoon — 3 Nights / 4 Days
The Ooty Romantic LuxeGlamp Honeymoon — 3 Nights / 4 Days is a premium honeymoon itinerary covering Ooty, Pykara and Coonoor over 3 nights / 4 days, starting from ₹22,500 per couple. Glass-roof glamping, bubble tents, in-villa dining and bonfire nights.
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tour1N / 2DStarting from₹7,900
Ooty Tour Package — 1 Night / 2 Days
The Ooty Tour Package — 1 Night / 2 Days is a weekend itinerary covering Doddabetta, Botanical Garden, Ooty Lake and Coonoor over 1 night / 2 days, starting from ₹7,900 per couple. A quick Ooty getaway — perfect for a weekend.
✓ Cab Included✓ Hotel Included
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tour2N / 3DStarting from₹14,500
Ooty Tour Package — 2 Nights / 3 Days
The Ooty Tour Package — 2 Nights / 3 Days is a couples-and-friends itinerary covering Ooty, Pykara and Coonoor over 2 nights / 3 days, starting from ₹14,500 per couple. The sweet-spot Ooty trip with enough time to relax.
✓ Cab Included✓ Hotel Included
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combo3N / 4DStarting from₹24,900
Ooty + Mysore Honeymoon — 3 Nights / 4 Days
The Ooty + Mysore Honeymoon — 3 Nights / 4 Days is a multi-city honeymoon itinerary covering Mysore, Bandipur, Ooty and Coonoor over 3 nights / 4 days, starting from ₹24,900 per couple. Pair the Nilgiri hills with Mysore palace, Bandipur safari and a romantic drive through tea country.
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What's Included — Cab & Hotel in Every Package
Every Ooty Holidays package pairs a private vehicle with a handpicked hotel — pick the cab size that matches your group.
Hatchback
2–3 pax
Solo travellers & couples on a budget
Included
- Airport / railway station pickup
- All sightseeing transfers
- Hotel drop on departure
- Driver bata, toll & parking
Not Included
- Inter-state permit charges (if applicable)
- Fuel surcharge for km beyond package limit
Sedan
4 pax
Small families & friend pairs
Included
- Airport / railway station pickup
- All sightseeing transfers
- Hotel drop on departure
- Driver bata, toll & parking
Not Included
- Inter-state permit charges (if applicable)
- Fuel surcharge for km beyond package limit
SUV / Innova
6–7 pax
Families with luggage & comfort priority
Included
- Airport / railway station pickup
- All sightseeing transfers
- Hotel drop on departure
- Driver bata, toll & parking
Not Included
- Inter-state permit charges (if applicable)
- Fuel surcharge for km beyond package limit
Tempo Traveller
10–12 pax
Group tours & extended families
Included
- Airport / railway station pickup
- All sightseeing transfers
- Hotel drop on departure
- Driver bata, toll & parking
Not Included
- Inter-state permit charges (if applicable)
- Fuel surcharge for km beyond package limit
All cabs are private, air-conditioned, and assigned for the full duration of your trip — no shared transfers.
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Ooty from Bangalore — FAQs
How far is Ooty from Bangalore?+
About 270 km via Mysuru and Bandipur — a 6–7 hour drive.
Can I do Ooty in 2 days from Bangalore?+
Yes. Leave Friday night, full day Saturday in Ooty, return Sunday evening.
Are night drives allowed through Bandipur?+
No. Bandipur is closed 9 PM to 6 AM. Plan your drive accordingly.
What is the typical cost of an Ooty package from Bangalore?+
Curated 2N/3D packages start around ₹8,500 per person on twin sharing.
Self-drive or cab from Bangalore to Ooty?+
Self-drive for flexibility; private cab if you want to enjoy the views without driving the bends.