Reaching
Coorg - the breathtaking land of the 'Kodavas', located atop the
Sahyadri Mountain range, is not a problem at all. It is well-connected
to all the major cities and states of India through an extensive
communication network. If you plan a vacation to this place, there are
various feasible options for you to choose from; according to your
preference, convenience and budget. In the following lines, we have
provided information on how to reach Coorg.
By Air
The nearest airport to Coorg is Mysore, which is 120 km from the hill
station. The second nearest is in Mangalore, which is located at a
distance of 135 km from it, followed by the Bangalore Airport, located
about a distance of 250 km. You can easily fly from any place in India
or abroad, to one of these airports, and then board a private taxi, bus,
or car for reaching Coorg.
By Road
If you plan your tour by road, Coorg has a well-connected network of
roads that connects it to most of the important cities in Karnataka. The
roadways connect cities like Mysore (120 km), Hassan (115 km), Mangalore
(135 km), Bangalore (250 km) to Coorg by a well-maintained system of
roadways. You can enjoy the scenic beauty of the place to the fullest,
while traveling by road, either in a public carrier or in your own
vehicle.
By Train
The railhead situated nearest to Coorg is in Mysore, at a distance of
55 kms, and is a drive of two and a half hours from the place. Mysore
has an extensive network of railways that easily connects it to the rest
of India. One can even avail trains, in the nearby cities of Mangalore
or Hassan for getting to Coorg.