Hill stations · Lake hill station of the Shevaroys
Yercaud group trip guide
Yercaud: Lake hill station of the Shevaroys in Hill stations, Tamil Nadu. From Karur it is 123 km by road, 4–5 hours with stops. Groups give it 1–2 days. A 17-seater tempo traveller with driver from Karur costs ₹14,000–17,100 for a 2-day round trip, as of Oct 2026.
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- From Karur
- 123 km by road
- Time to give it
- 1–2 days
- Best season
- October to June
- Fare from Karur
- ₹14,000–17,100 round trip (Oct 2026)
- Nearest airport
- Salem (SXV) or Tiruchirappalli (TRZ)
Yercaud, in the Shevaroy hills above Salem, takes its name from its lake and forest; visitors go boating, walk to Pagoda Point and Lady's Seat, and visit coffee and orange estates.
How many are going?
Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits, and its fare to Yercaud from each city, from the tables below.
Fits your group
Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van)
13–17 or 10–17 seats
₹6,800–8,400 for a full day (250 km)
Chennai → Yercaud
₹21,900–26,900
Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 356 km one way · 3 days, round trip
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Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
Why groups go
A short hill break from Salem, Karur, Trichy or Chennai, easy on a long weekend.
Hill stations
How far is Yercaud
Road distance from our route catalog, one way.
| From | Road km | With stops | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai | 356 km | 8–10 h | – |
| Coimbatore | 194 km | 5–6 h | – |
| Madurai | 263 km | 7–8 h | – |
| Tiruchirappalli | 167 km | 5–6 h | – |
| Karur | 123 km | 4–5 h | – |
| Palakkad | 242 km | 6–7 h | – |
Group fares from Karur
Round trip with driver, 2 days, by vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 2 days |
|---|---|---|
| SUV / Innova | 6–7 | ₹9,800–12,900 |
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹11,900–15,000 |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹14,000–17,100 |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹16,100–20,300 |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹30,200–40,700 |
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
When to go and how long
- Best season: October to June.
- Time to give it: 1–2 days.
- Who goes: Families, College groups, Friends.
Add on nearby
Arriving from abroad or another state
- Nearest airport: Salem (SXV) or Tiruchirappalli (TRZ).
- Nearest railway station: Salem Junction.
- Operators quote the airport or station pickup with the whole trip: put your arrival in the request.
Operators for Yercaud
Approved operators who take groups to Yercaud. Ask for quotes here: your request reaches them through the platform and you compare itemised offers.
Saravanabhava Translinks
Vehicle Owner
Karur, Tamil Nadu
123 km by road from Yercaud
Fleet details on request
Seventree holidays
Vehicle Owner
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Serves Yercaud
Fleet details on request
R M A Travels
Vehicle Owner
Puducherry
Serves Yercaud
Fleet details on request
Nalkco Trip Mentors
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Palakkad, Kerala
242 km by road from Yercaud
2 vehicles · 16 seats
- Replies in ~10 min
Official pages and sources
Opening hours, tickets and permits change: check them on the official pages before you travel.
How booking works
- Post your trip onceDates, pickup, places and group size. It takes two minutes and costs nothing.
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- Book and pay the operatorAccept a quote and pay the operator an advance (25%) directly. No Yippigo fee: free until 31 December 2026.
Questions groups ask
Karur-la irundhu Yercaud-ku evvalavu dooram? (How far is Yercaud from Karur?)
123 km by road: 4–5 hours in a tempo traveller or bus with tea and meal stops (group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour, about 35 on ghat roads). Road distance from our route catalog.
Yercaud-ku tempo traveller-ku evvalavu aagum? (What does a tempo traveller to Yercaud cost?)
Round trip from Karur (123 km one way, 2 days) with driver: 17-seater ₹14,000–17,100, 40–49 seater bus ₹30,200–40,700. Indicative, as of Oct 2026; post the trip for the exact rate.
What does a group trip to Yercaud cost?
Round trip from Karur with driver: SUV / Innova ₹9,800–12,900; Tempo Traveller 12-seater ₹11,900–15,000; Tempo Traveller 17-seater ₹14,000–17,100; Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater ₹16,100–20,300; AC Coach 40–49 seater ₹30,200–40,700. Indicative, as of October 2026, with driver allowance and 5% GST; hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
How many days do we need for Yercaud?
1–2 days. With the drive from Karur, plan 2 days in all. A short hill break from Salem, Karur, Trichy or Chennai, easy on a long weekend.
When is the best time to visit Yercaud?
October to June.
Which vehicle for our group?
4 people: Sedan; 7 people: SUV / Innova; 12 people: Tempo Traveller 12-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 17 people: Tempo Traveller 17-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 26 people: Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater; 45 people: AC Coach 40–49 seater.
How do we reach Yercaud from abroad?
Nearest airport: Salem (SXV) or Tiruchirappalli (TRZ). Nearest railway station: Salem Junction. Operators quote the airport pickup and the whole trip with a driver.
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