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By Air
The nearest airport to Nilgiri is Coimbatore International Airport, located about 85 km away. It serves as a gateway for travelers visiting the Nilgiris.
- The airport offers direct flights to major cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Mumbai, and Delhi.
- International flights to destinations such as Dubai, Singapore, and Colombo are also available.
- Airlines like Air India, Indigo, SpiceJet, and Singapore Airlines operate here frequently.
- From the airport, taxis and private cabs ensure a smooth journey to popular destinations like Ooty.
By Train
The Nilgiris are well-connected by train, with Mettupalayam Railway Station serving as the primary railhead.
- Major trains like the Nilgiri Express connect Mettupalayam to Chennai and Coimbatore.
- From Mettupalayam, the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage toy train, takes you to Ooty.
- The scenic ride offers breathtaking views, passing through tunnels, forests, and bridges.
- Local transport, including cabs and buses, is available at the station for onward journeys to other parts of the Nilgiris.
By Road
Nilgiri is accessible by an extensive road network, connecting it to major cities in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
- National Highways like NH-181 and NH-67 link Nilgiri to Coimbatore, Mysore, and Bangalore.
- State highways provide routes to nearby towns such as Gudalur and Kotagiri.
- Regular buses by Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation and private operators connect Ooty to major cities.
- Scenic routes like the one through Bandipur Forest offer a mesmerizing drive for road trip enthusiasts.
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