Nearest airport
Madurai Airport (IXM) | 130-140 km | 3.5-4.5 hours by road
Tamil Nadu, India
Quick answer
The common hill-road approach is via Batlagundu/Vathalakundu from Madurai or Dindigul. Curves, fog and weekend traffic can slow the final climb.
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Madurai Airport (IXM) | 130-140 km | 3.5-4.5 hours by road
Kodai Road Railway Station / Dindigul Junction | 80-95 km | 2.5-3.5 hours by road
Kodaikanal Bus Stand | In town | 5-20 minutes to most central stays
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The common hill-road approach is via Batlagundu/Vathalakundu from Madurai or Dindigul. Curves, fog and weekend traffic can slow the final climb.
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