The journey from Palani to Nashik is a massive 1400 km trek across the Indian peninsula. You will typically travel via Coimbatore, Bangalore, and Pune. The most practical way is to take a train to a major junction like Bangalore or Chennai and then connect to a long-distance train to Nashik. Expect a travel time of 28 to 35 hours. This route connects the southern temple circuits with the holy city of Nashik in Maharashtra.
Total Distance: 1400 km by road, 1150 km air distance.
Book your tickets well in advance as these long-distance routes are high-demand.
October to March to avoid the extreme heat of the Deccan plateau.