The trip
Palani to Kodaikanal is about 55 km, about 1.5 hours. A Sedan for a one-day return trip (about 110 km) is around ₹3,010, with rates from ₹11 per km.
Many visitors combine the Palani temple with the hills of Kodaikanal. The road between them climbs through the hills, and a driver who knows it makes the trip easier, especially in mist or rain.
Distance and time are approximate. The estimate uses our current rates and excludes tolls, parking and permits.
Price estimate
| Vehicle | Seats | Rate per km | Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 4 | ₹11 | ₹3,010 |
| Ertiga | 6 | ₹13 | ₹3,930 |
| Innova | 7 | ₹14 | ₹4,540 |
| Innova Crysta | 7 | ₹15 | ₹5,150 |
| Tempo Traveller | 14 | ₹18 | ₹5,580 |
| 407 22 Seater | 22 | ₹19 | ₹6,190 |
| Tempo Traveller 18 Seater | 18 | ₹22 | ₹7,520 |
| Urbania Van | 17 | ₹26 | ₹9,860 |
Estimates use our current rates (day rent, driver allowance and per-km charge), last updated 29 Oct 2026. Tolls, parking and permits are extra as per actual.
Worth seeing
Travel tip
If you do both in one day, start at Palani early and reach Kodaikanal by afternoon, or stay a night in the hills.
Questions
Kodaikanal is about 55 km from Palani by road, about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
Rates start at ₹11 per km depending on the vehicle. As an example, a Sedan for a one-day return trip of about 110 km is around ₹3,010. Use the trip planner for your vehicle, days and distance. Tolls, parking and permits are extra as per actual.
Yes. Day hire covers up to 12 hours with a driver, so you can go to Kodaikanal and return the same day. For a longer stay, tell us the number of days.
Call 63809 33353, message us on WhatsApp, or leave your mobile number on the website and we will call you back to confirm the car, the driver and the price.
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