Is the road open 24/7?

No, the Dimbam Ghat road has night restrictions for certain vehicles.

Yes, KSRTC and TNSTC operate buses from Mysore to Coimbatore.

Is it a scenic route?

Yes, the descent through the forest is very picturesque.

The Dimbam Ghat section has 27 hairpin bends.

Coimbatore International Airport is the nearest major airport.

Bylakuppe

Coimbatore

Driving

Bylakuppe to Coimbatore

Updated: 23 May 2026

The route from Bylakuppe to Coimbatore covers 180 km, primarily passing through the Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve. This is a scenic drive that descends from the plateau into the plains of Tamil Nadu. You will navigate through the famous Dimbam Ghats, which feature 27 hairpin bends. The journey takes approximately 4 hours by private vehicle.

Total Distance: 180 km driving distance; 140 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Private taxi takes 4 hours via the Dimbam Ghat route.

Cheapest Way

Bus from Mysore to Coimbatore costs around 350 INR.

Compare Bylakuppe to Coimbatore Routes

Driving

Direct

Duration

4 hours

Avg Price

3000-4500 INR

Operator

Private Taxi

Route

Bylakuppe - Chamarajanagar - Sathyamangalam - Coimbatore

The Dimbam Ghat road is often closed for heavy vehicles at night.

Travel Tips

Ghat Driving
The Dimbam Ghats require careful driving; use low gears on the descent.
Vehicle Check
Ensure your brakes are in perfect condition before attempting the ghat section.
Timing
Start early in the morning to avoid heavy truck traffic on the ghat roads.
Fuel
Refuel in Chamarajanagar as fuel stations are limited in the forest stretch.
Documents
Keep your driving license and vehicle registration handy for forest check-posts.

Safety Tips

Wildlife
Do not feed animals or stop your vehicle inside the Sathyamangalam forest.
Night Travel
Avoid the Dimbam Ghats after sunset due to restricted access and wildlife activity.
Emergency
Keep a list of emergency contacts for Coimbatore and Chamarajanagar districts.
First Aid
Carry a basic first aid kit as medical facilities are sparse on the ghat road.