“Booked Ooty + Kodaikanal for our anniversary trip. Two different hill stations, two different vibes, one smooth trip. The driver-guide knew every shortcut and best photo spot.”
Distance
290 km
Drive time
6–7 hrs
Best season
Sep–May
From
₹9,200
Ooty from Kochi — overview
Looking for an Ooty travel agent near Kochi? Ooty Holidays plans Nilgiris trips for Kochi travellers since 2004 — weekend escapes, honeymoon packages and family tours, all with direct WhatsApp support.
Kochi to Ooty is a scenic cross-Ghat drive via Palakkad. Pair it with Munnar and Wayanad for a full South-India hill circuit.
Best way to travel: Cab via Palakkad–Coimbatore.
How to reach Ooty from Kochi
Cab
6–7 hrs
Kochi → Palakkad → Coimbatore → Ooty
₹9,500–12,500
Train
~8 hrs total
Train to Coimbatore + cab
₹500–1,400 pp
Flight
~5 hrs total
COK → CJB + 3 hr cab
₹4,500–8,000 pp
Self-drive
6–7 hrs
Via NH-544
Fuel + tolls
Recommended duration
3N/4D
Sweet spot balancing travel time, sightseeing and rest from Kochi.
Circuit ideas
- Munnar + Ooty6N/7D
Two Western Ghat icons
- Backwaters + Hills5N/6D
Kochi + Alleppey + Ooty
- Ooty + Coonoor3N/4D
Twin Nilgiri stays
Booking tips for Kochi travellers
Tip 1
Avoid heavy monsoon weeks (Jun–early Aug) — ghat landslides possible.
Tip 2
Onam season (Aug–Sep): book 6 weeks ahead.
Tip 3
Carry an extra layer — temps drop 15°C from coast to Ooty.
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
per coupleView details →
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.
✓ Cab Included✓ Hotel Included
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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
per coupleView details →
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
per coupleView details →
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.
✓ Cab Included✓ Hotel Included
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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 Kochi — FAQs
How far is Ooty from Kochi?+
About 290 km — 6 to 7 hours by road.
Can I combine Munnar and Ooty?+
Yes — a 6N/7D Munnar–Ooty itinerary is a favourite.
Best way to travel?+
Private cab is most comfortable; alternately train to Coimbatore + cab.
Cost of Kochi–Ooty package?+
Starting around ₹9,200 per person on twin sharing.
Visa or permits?+
None required — both are domestic destinations.