Where groups travel from Kodaikanal
| Destination | Distance | Driving time | Good to know | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kodaikanal to Madurai | about 95 km | about 2 hours | A ghat road through Batlagundu; foggy in winter mornings and in the monsoon. | Get a price |
| Kodaikanal to Madurai Airport | about 100 km | about 2 hours | A common airport transfer; allow extra time for the ghat road. | Get a price |
| Kodaikanal to Palani | about 30 km | about 30 min | A scenic ghat road; traffic increases around Thaipusam. | Get a price |
| Kodaikanal to Dindigul | about 70 km | about 1.5 hours | A short run back to the plains. | Get a price |
| Kodaikanal to Munnar | about 60 km | about 1 hour | Through Theni and Bodimettu; a long day. | Get a price |
| Kodaikanal to Trichy | about 185 km | about 3.5 hours | Through Dindigul on the national highway. | Get a price |
| Kodaikanal to Coimbatore | about 130 km | about 2.5 hours | Through Palani and Udumalpet; a full-day route. | Get a price |
Distances and times are approximate and depend on the road and the traffic. The fare is not listed here: it is calculated live when you search, so it is always the current one.
Choose the size for your group
12 to 17 seats
Tempo traveller for families, small offices and short tours.
21 to 26 seats
Mini bus for wedding guests and college groups.
35 to 45 seats
Tourist coach for larger groups and long journeys.
AC or non-AC
Filter by AC and see the amenities each operator lists.
Bus hire for groups in Kodaikanal
Wedding and function
Bring guests to the venue and back with one booking.
School and college tours
A bus for the whole group, with the days and places written down.
Pilgrim groups
Temple and church tours that cover several towns.
Corporate outings
Office trips and team days out.
See before you ask
Photos, seats, amenities and the operator terms are on each bus page where the operator has added them.
Ask for a price
Send the trip details and the operator replies with a price.
Serving the whole city, including Kodai Road (in the plains); Kodaikanal Bus Stand bus stands.
When groups hire a bus in Kodaikanal
- Tempo traveller on rent for family trips and school tours
- Tourist bus for college groups in summer
- Wedding guests travelling from the plains to Kodaikanal venues
- Office outings around Berijam and Silver Cascade
Places people go from Kodaikanal
- Kodaikanal Lake
- Coaker's Walk
- Pillar Rocks
- Guna Caves
- Bryant Park
- Berijam Lake (forest department permission needed)
- Silver Cascade
- Dolphin's Nose
Why book with Oray in Kodaikanal
Fares shown first
Charges for the trip are listed on the fare screen before you pay, and the cancellation policy is shown at booking.
Checked drivers
A driver is approved only after Oray has checked the licence, the vehicle papers and the insurance.
Track and share
Follow the trip live in the app and share it with family.
Pay your way
Pay in full, pay 25% now, or pay later, depending on the trip.
Help any hour
Booking and support run 24x7.
How it works
- Enter the places, dates and number of people
- See buses with seats, photos and amenities
- Ask for a price or book where the price is shown
- The operator confirms your trip
Questions about bus hire in Kodaikanal
Can I hire a tempo traveller in Kodaikanal for sightseeing?
Yes. Search with your dates and passenger count to see buses available.
Can big buses go up to Kodaikanal?
Smaller buses and tempo travellers are the usual choice on the narrow hill road. Share your group size when you search.
What is price on request?
It means the operator will quote for your trip. Send your details to get a price.
Read before you travel
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Planning a group trip from Kodaikanal?
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