One way · Drop taxi · 292 km

Kumbakonam to Kodaikanal One Way Taxi

A comfortable one way cab from Kumbakonam to Kodaikanal at an honest all-inclusive fare. Door-to-door, 24/7.

₹4,780Sedan, all-inclusive
~292 kmroad distance
7 hrs 10 mindrive time
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Quick answer

A one way taxi from Kumbakonam to Kodaikanal costs about ₹4,780 in a Sedan and about ₹6,240 in a 6-seater SUV 6+1, including driver bata. The road distance is about 292 km and the drive takes around 7 hrs 10 min, via Trichy, Manapparai, Oddanchatram. Tolls and parking are extra as actuals. You pay only one way — no return fare — and pay the driver after the trip.

Distance
~292 km
Travel time
7 hrs 10 min
One way fare
from ₹4,780
Driver bata
Included
Payment
After the trip
Live fares

Kumbakonam to Kodaikanal taxi fare

All-inclusive fare with driver bata. Tolls, parking and permits are extra as actuals.

CarSeatsOne way (drop)Round trip
Sedan Lowest 4+1 · 2 bags ₹4,780 ₹8,576 Book
SUV 6+1 6+1 · 4 bags ₹6,240 ₹11,496 Book
MUV 7+1 7+1 · 4 bags ₹6,532 ₹12,080 Book
Innova Crysta 7+1 · 4 bags ₹7,116 ₹13,248 Book

How the Sedan fare is worked out: 292 km × ₹15/km + driver bata ₹400 ≈ ₹4,780. How fares are calculated

Kumbakonam to Kodaikanal distance & route

The road distance from Kumbakonam to Kodaikanal is about 292 km, and the drive takes roughly 7 hrs 10 min with a short tea break. The usual road goes via Trichy → Manapparai → Oddanchatram. Leaving by 6–7 am gets you there by lunch and avoids the evening highway traffic. The last stretch is a ghat road, so plan to cross it in daylight.

Kumbakonam is the temple town of the Mahamaham tank. We pick up from any address in Kumbakonam, including Mahamaham Tank, Kumbakonam Railway Station, Adi Kumbeswarar Temple. Kodaikanal is the princess of hill stations — the driver drops you at your exact address, whether that is a home, hotel, hospital or Coaker's Walk.

Because this is a one way drop taxi, you do not pay for the car's return to Kumbakonam. A round trip for the same journey costs ₹8,576, so the one way fare saves you about 44%. Driver bata is included; you pay the driver after the trip by cash or UPI.

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Cleaned before every trip; tyres, brakes and lights checked.

Experienced on highways

Drivers who know the ghat roads; rested drivers for night trips.

FAQ

Kumbakonam to Kodaikanal taxi — questions

What is the Kumbakonam to Kodaikanal one way taxi fare?
About ₹4,780 in a Sedan, ₹6,240 in a SUV 6+1. The fare includes driver bata (₹400). Tolls, parking and permits are extra as actuals.
What is the distance from Kumbakonam to Kodaikanal by road?
About 292 km. The drive takes around 7 hrs 10 min depending on traffic and stops, and the usual route goes via Trichy, Manapparai, Oddanchatram.
Is a drop taxi from Kumbakonam to Kodaikanal the same as a one way taxi?
Yes. Drop taxi, one way drop taxi, oneway taxi and one trip taxi all mean the same thing: we drop you in Kodaikanal and you pay only for the one way distance.
How much is a round trip taxi from Kumbakonam to Kodaikanal?
About ₹8,576 in a Sedan if you return within 1 day. If you are not coming back with the same car, the one way fare saves you about 44%.
What is driver bata on this trip?
Driver bata is the driver's daily allowance for food. It is ₹400 for a one way trip and is already included in the fare above.
When should I leave Kumbakonam to reach Kodaikanal on time?
Leaving by 6–7 am gets you there by lunch and avoids the evening highway traffic. The last stretch is a ghat road, so plan to cross it in daylight.
Can I book a Kumbakonam to Kodaikanal taxi at night?
Yes. We run 24/7 and there is no night surcharge. For long trips we send rested, experienced highway drivers.
How do I book a Kumbakonam to Kodaikanal one way cab?
Use the booking form on this page — pickup and drop are already filled in. Pick a car and confirm with your mobile number. No advance payment.

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