The Nilgiri Mountain Railway (NMR) is a famous train that many tourists visit when they go to Ooty. It's also called the Toy Train or Nilgiri Passenger. It travels between Mettupalayam and Ooty every day.
Along the way, it covers 46 kilometers and goes through 208 curves, 16 tunnels, and 250 bridges. It takes about 4 to 5 hours to get from Mettupalayam to Ooty on this train.
The journey starts at Mettupalayam railway station, goes through several other stations like Hillgrove, Coonoor, Wellington, Aruvankadu, Ketti, and Lovedale, and finally arrives at Ooty, also known as Udhagamandalam railway station.
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Ooty Toy Train Timings
The Toy Train 3 - 4 hours to reach Mettupalayam from Ooty.
|
Train Name |
Timings |
|
Ooty to Coonoor |
9:15 AM, 12:15 PM, 4 PM, 5:30 PM |
|
Coonoor to Ooty |
7:45 AM, 10:40 AM, 12:35 PM, 4 PM |
|
Ooty to Mettupalayam |
2 PM |
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Mettupalayam to Ooty |
7:10 AM |
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Mettupalayam to Coonoor |
7:10 AM |
|
Coonoor to Mettupalayam |
3:15 PM |
Toy Train From Coonoor to Ooty
|
Train No / Name |
From - To |
Dep |
Arr |
Duration |
|
06141 / Coonoor-Udagamandalam Special |
Coonoor (ONR) - Ooty (UAM) |
7:45 |
9:00 |
1h 15m / 19 km |
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06136 / Mettupalayam-Ooty Special |
Coonoor (ONR) - Ooty (UAM) |
10:40 |
11:55 |
1h 15m / 19 km |
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06143 / Coonoor-Udagamandalam Special |
Coonoor (ONR) - Ooty (UAM) |
12:35 |
13:45 |
1h 10m / 19 km |
|
06138 / Coonoor-Udagamandalam Special |
Coonoor (ONR) - Ooty (UAM) |
16:00 |
17:10 |
1h 10m / 19 km |
Toy Train From Mattupalayam to Ooty
|
Train No / Name |
From - To |
Dep |
Arr |
Duration |
|
06136 / Mettupalayam-Ooty Special |
Mettupalayam (MTP) - Ooty (UAM) |
7:10 |
11:55 |
4h 45m / 46 km |
Toy Train From Ooty to Coonoor
|
Train No / Name |
From - To |
Dep |
Arr |
Duration |
|
06139 / Udagamandalam-Coonoor Special |
Ooty (UAM) - Coonoor (ONR) |
9:15 |
10:20 |
1h 5m / 19 km |
|
06142 / Udagamandalam-Coonoor Special |
Ooty (UAM) - Coonoor (ONR) |
12:15 |
13:15 |
1h / 19 km |
|
06137 / Udagamandalam-Mettupalayam Special |
Ooty (UAM) - Coonoor (ONR) |
14:00 |
15:05 |
1h 5m / 19 km |
|
06140 / Udagamandalam-Coonoor Special |
Ooty (UAM) - Coonoor (ONR) |
17:30 |
18:35 |
1h 5m / 19 km |
Toy Train From Ooty to Mattupalayam
|
Train No / Name |
From - To |
Dep |
Arr |
Duration |
|
06137 / Ooty-Mettupalayam Special |
Ooty (UAM) - Mettupalayam (MTP) |
14:00 |
17:30 |
3h 30m / 46 km |
Ooty Toy Train Ticket Price
Advance booking is necessary for both First and Second Class seats. General tickets are available for purchase at the counter.
|
Train Name |
First Class |
Second Class |
|
Ooty to Coonoor |
Rs 350 |
Rs 150 |
|
Coonoor to Ooty |
Rs. 350 |
Rs. 150 |
|
Mettupalayam to Ooty |
Rs 600 |
Rs 295 |
|
Ooty to Mettupalayam |
Rs 600 |
Rs 295 |
|
Mettupalayam to Coonoor |
Rs 445 |
Rs 190 |
How to book Ooty Toy Train Tickets Online
You can book toy train tickets online from websites like IRCTC, Paytm, Goibibo, and others. If you're visiting Ooty between November and March, you should book your tickets at least 3 months in advance due to heavy rush.
However, depending on the rush, you can also get tickets from the counter.
Click on the links below to book Ooty Toy Train Tickets
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Website |
Booking Link |
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Goibibo |
Book Here |
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Ixigo |
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Clear Trip |
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IRCTC |
Steps to Book Ticket Online from the IRCTC Website
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Steps |
Description |
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1. Visit the website |
Go to www.irctc.co.in |
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2. Login/Sign up |
Log in with your username and password or sign up for a new account (it's free) |
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3. Plan journey |
Enter departure station, destination station, journey date, and ticket type (E-ticket) and click submit |
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4. Choose train |
Select from the list of available trains for your route |
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5. Select class |
Pick the class type available in the selected train |
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6. Check availability |
View train details and seat availability |
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7. Book tickets |
Click on "Book Now" next to available seats |
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8. Enter details |
Fill in traveler's information like names, ages, sexes, and berth preferences |
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9. Payment |
Choose your payment method and make the payment |
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10. Confirmation |
Receive confirmation details for your ticket; print it out or show on mobile device when boarding the train |
Railway Station Code
- Mettupalayam (MTP)
- Ooty / Udagamandalam (UAM)
- Coonoor (ONR)
Important Reminders
- Use restrooms at the Railway Station before boarding the toy train, as there are no restrooms onboard.
- Each person can only buy a maximum of 4 tickets at the booking window.
- Expect large crowds during holidays, weekends, and peak seasons.
- It's advisable to book your tickets at least two to three months ahead of time.
Toy Train Route from Ooty to Mettupalayam
|
Station No. |
Station Name |
|
1 |
Ooty |
|
2 |
Lovedale |
|
3 |
Ketti |
|
4 |
Aruvankadu |
|
5 |
Wellington |
|
6 |
Coonoor |
|
7 |
Hillgrove |
|
8 |
Kallar |
|
9 |
Mettupalayam |
Ooty Toy Train FAQs
Question: From which station does the Ooty toy train begin its journey?
Answer: The Ooty toy train trip starts from Mettupalayam at 7:10 am and arrives in Ooty at 12 noon. It then departs from Ooty at 2 pm and reaches Mettupalayam at 5:35 pm.
Question: When does the Ooty toy train depart in the evening?
Answer: The Ooty toy train departs from Ooty at 5:30 in the evening.
Question: What is the official name of the Ooty toy train?
Answer: The official name of the Ooty toy train is the Nilgiri Mountain Railway.
Question: What is the duration of the toy train journey from Mettupalayam to Ooty?
Answer: The toy train journey from Mettupalayam to Ooty takes approximately 4 to 5 hours.
Question: Which famous song was filmed on the toy train route to Ooty?
Answer: The famous song "Chaiyya Chaiyya" was filmed on the toy train route to Ooty, bringing further fame to the location and attracting people from different parts of the country.