Where does Ooty toy train start?
Mettupalayam railway station
The train starts from Mettupalayam railway station and passes through Hillgrove railway station, Coonoor railway station, Wellington railway station, Aruvankadu railway station, Ketti railway station, Lovedale railway station, and finally reaches Ooty also know as Udhagamandalam railway station.
How can I get toy train in Ooty?
Option 1: Book Ooty toy train from Indian Railways (IRCTC) Website
- Visit www.irctc.co.in and either login or create an account if you don’t have one (Registration is FREE).
- Login by entering your username and password.
- On the left side, you will find the section “Plan My Journey”
- Enter A) From Station B)
What is FC in Ooty train?
This toy train runs between Ooty and Coonoor. You should travel by first class. Since, engine is on back-side, you get front view in FC seats. Only 8 FC seats are there in the train and is booked online-only at irctc.co.in.
How long is the toy train from Coimbatore to Ooty?
Coimbatore to Ooty Toy Train (Timings, Reservation, Ticket Booking & Fare) The distance between Coimbatore and Ooty by road is 87 km and can be covered in 6 hours 25 minutes however the major preference of tourists is to travel by the toy train from Mettupalayam to Ooty in their quest to experience the wonderful mountain railway journey.
When does Nilgiri toy train leave from Ooty?
The carriages have always remained the same blue and cream color and it is easily recognized from many South Indian movies. The Nilgiri train timetable currently says that the train leaves at 07:10 hours and reaches Ooty by 12:00 hours, and the return journey from Ooty starts at about 14:00 hrs and reaches Mettupalayam by about 17:35 hrs.
Which is the junction between broad gauge and toy train?
The Mettupalayam Railway Station, located near Coimbatore, is a junction between the broad gauge and the toy train. This platform is crossed by the passengers to board the Toy Train. Nilgiri Express train from arrives in Mettupalayam at 6:15 AM from Chennai and connects with the toy train’s departure.
How to book toy train tickets in India?
You can book your tickets online through Indian Railways website www.irctc.co.in. The train has first class, second sitting and general seats. No restrooms in toy train use them at Railway Station before boarding. Not more than 4 tickets per person at the booking window.
