4-Day Scenic Escape to Yercaud and Coonoor from Chennai by Train

Day 1: Travel and Explore Yercaud

Yercaud, India on May 20, 2025

6:30am

Board Train from Chennai to Salem

Start your journey early boarding the train from Chennai Central to Salem Junction, which takes approximately 5-6 hours. This scenic route offers a comfortable travel option to reach near Yercaud.

INR300, 6h0m

12:30pm

Travel from Salem to Yercaud by taxi or bus

From Salem Junction, take a taxi or local bus for the 1-hour ascent to Yercaud, offering beautiful hilly views.

INR500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at The Orange Restaurant

Enjoy fresh local and Indian cuisine at this popular Yercaud restaurant known for its scenic ambience and tasty dishes.

INR400, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Yercaud Lake

Spend relaxing time at this serene lake, ideal for boating and enjoying the natural beauty of Yercaud. Open until 6 pm.

INR50, 1h30m

4:30pm

Check into Hotel and Rest

Settle into a comfortable hotel such as Sterling Yercaud for a restful evening amidst nature.

INR3500, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Lake Breeze

Dine on South Indian and continental dishes with a splendid view of Yercaud’s hills.

INR500, 1h0m

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Day 2: Yercaud Sightseeing

Yercaud, India on May 21, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast with fresh fruits and South Indian specialties served at your hotel.

Included in stay, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Shevaroy Hills and Pagoda Point

Take a scenic hike or drive to Pagoda Point for panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys.

Free, 2h0m

12:00pm

Explore Botanical Gardens

Discover a variety of plants and flowers in this well-maintained garden that showcases Yercaud’s flora.

INR30, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Gramiya

Sample authentic Tamil Nadu dishes and continental fare in this cozy local restaurant.

INR450, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit the Killiyur Falls

Travel to the picturesque Killiyur Falls, a natural waterfall with a beautiful backdrop, open until sunset.

INR20, 2h0m

5:00pm

Relax at Hotel / Optional Coffee Plantation Tour

Enjoy some rest or arrange a short guided tour of local coffee plantations in the late afternoon.

INR300 for tour, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Fort Tavern Restaurant

Experience good food with hill station ambiance offering tasty North and South Indian dishes.

INR500, 1h0m

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Day 3: Yercaud to Coonoor

Coonoor, India on May 22, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast and Checkout

Have a quick breakfast at your hotel before departing for Coonoor.

Included in stay, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive or Taxi from Yercaud to Salem

Reach Salem by road to catch the train to Coonoor, approximately 1-hour drive.

INR600, 1h0m

9:30am

Train from Salem to Coimbatore

Board a train to Coimbatore, travel about 1.5 hours, an important nearby transit hub.

INR200, 1h30m

11:30am

Train from Coimbatore to Mettupalayam and Hill Train to Coonoor

From Coimbatore take a local train to Mettupalayam, then board the Nilgiri Mountain Railway toy train to charming Coonoor. The hill train takes approximately 2 hours offering views of tea gardens and forests.

INR150 for toy train, 3h0m