One way · Drop taxi · 402 km

Thoothukudi to Ooty One Way Taxi

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

₹6,430Sedan, all-inclusive
~402 kmroad distance
9 hrs 20 mindrive time
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Quick answer

A one way taxi from Thoothukudi to Ooty costs about ₹6,430 in a Sedan and about ₹8,440 in a 6-seater SUV 6+1, including driver bata. The road distance is about 402 km and the drive takes around 9 hrs 20 min, via Kovilpatti, Oddanchatram, Mettupalayam. Tolls and parking are extra as actuals. You pay only one way — no return fare — and pay the driver after the trip.

Distance
~402 km
Travel time
9 hrs 20 min
One way fare
from ₹6,430
Driver bata
Included
Payment
After the trip
Live fares

Thoothukudi to Ooty taxi fare

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

CarSeatsOne way (drop)Round trip · 2 days
Sedan Lowest 4+1 · 2 bags ₹6,430 ₹12,056 Book
SUV 6+1 6+1 · 4 bags ₹8,440 ₹16,076 Book
MUV 7+1 7+1 · 4 bags ₹8,842 ₹16,880 Book
Innova Crysta 7+1 · 4 bags ₹9,646 ₹18,488 Book

How the Sedan fare is worked out: 402 km × ₹15/km + driver bata ₹400 ≈ ₹6,430. How fares are calculated

Thoothukudi to Ooty distance & route

The road distance from Thoothukudi to Ooty is about 402 km, and the drive takes roughly 9 hrs 20 min with a short tea break and a meal stop. The usual road goes via Kovilpatti → Oddanchatram → Mettupalayam. 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.

Thoothukudi is the pearl city and a major port. We pick up from any address in Thoothukudi, including Tuticorin Airport (TCR), Thoothukudi Railway Station, V.O.C. Port. Ooty is the queen of hill stations in the Nilgiris — the driver drops you at your exact address, whether that is a home, hotel, hospital or Botanical Garden.

Because this is a one way drop taxi, you do not pay for the car's return to Thoothukudi. A round trip for the same journey costs ₹12,056, so the one way fare saves you about 47%. 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

Thoothukudi to Ooty taxi — questions

What is the Thoothukudi to Ooty one way taxi fare?
About ₹6,430 in a Sedan, ₹8,440 in a SUV 6+1. The fare includes driver bata (₹400). Tolls, parking and permits are extra as actuals.
What is the distance from Thoothukudi to Ooty by road?
About 402 km. The drive takes around 9 hrs 20 min depending on traffic and stops, and the usual route goes via Kovilpatti, Oddanchatram, Mettupalayam.
Is a drop taxi from Thoothukudi to Ooty 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 Ooty and you pay only for the one way distance.
How much is a round trip taxi from Thoothukudi to Ooty?
About ₹12,056 in a Sedan if you return within 2 days. If you are not coming back with the same car, the one way fare saves you about 47%.
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 Thoothukudi to reach Ooty 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 Thoothukudi to Ooty 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 Thoothukudi to Ooty 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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