Araku Valley
Araku Valley
Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal
Train

Araku Valley to Kodaikanal

Updated: 22 May 2026

The journey from Araku Valley to Kodaikanal covers 1200 km. You must travel to Visakhapatnam and then take a train to Madurai or Dindigul, followed by a road journey to Kodaikanal. The journey takes about 25 hours.

Total Distance: Driving distance 1200 km, straight-line air distance 800 km.
Fastest Way
Train to Madurai then taxi to Kodaikanal.
Cheapest Way
Train to Madurai then bus to Kodaikanal.
Compare Araku Valley to Kodaikanal Routes
Train
Connecting
Duration
25 hours
Avg Price
INR 1500 - 3000
Operator
Visakhapatnam-Madurai-Kodaikanal
Route
Araku-Visakhapatnam-Madurai-Kodaikanal.

Take a bus or taxi from Madurai to Kodaikanal.

Travel Tips
  • Planning
    Plan well.
  • Booking
    Book tickets early.
  • Food
    Carry food.
  • Weather
    Check weather.
  • Transport
    Use trains.
Safety Tips
  • Night Travel
    Avoid night travel.
  • Valuables
    Keep safe.
  • Health
    Stay hydrated.
  • Emergency
    Keep numbers handy.
People Also Ask
  • Is Kodaikanal safe?
    Yes.
  • How to reach?
    Train to Madurai.
  • Is it far?
    1200 km.
  • Best time?
    All year.
  • Are there hotels?
    Yes.
Quick Info
  • From Araku Valley, Andhra Pradesh, India
  • To Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Modes
Best Time to Travel

All year round.

Things to Do in Kodaikanal
1
Kodai Lake
Visit the lake.
2
Bryant Park
See the park.
3
Araku Valley
Enjoy the hills.
4
Coffee Museum
Learn about coffee.
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