The journey from Coonoor to Mangalore covers about 350 km. You will descend the Nilgiris, pass through Coimbatore, Palakkad, and Kozhikode, and head north along the coast to Mangalore. This journey takes about 9 to 11 hours by road. It is a transition from the mountains to the coastal city of Mangalore.
Total Distance: 350 km driving distance, 250 km straight-line air distance.
Take a bus to Coimbatore and switch to a KSRTC bus to Mangalore.
October to March, when the weather is pleasant.