Yercaud Tourist Planner – Complete Travel Guide from Chennai, Bangalore & South Tamil Nadu

Yercaud is one of the most beautiful hill stations in Tamil Nadu located in the Shevaroy Hills near Salem. Famous for its cool climate, coffee plantations, scenic viewpoints and peaceful atmosphere, Yercaud is often called the "Poor Man’s Ooty".

If you are planning a trip from Chennai, Bangalore, or South Tamil Nadu, this complete Yercaud tourist planner will help you plan the perfect hill station getaway.

How to Reach Yercaud

Yercaud is located about 30 km from Salem city. Salem has excellent connectivity with highways, trains and buses.

• Nearest Railway Station: Salem Junction
• Nearest Airport: Salem Airport
• Distance from Salem: 30 km

The journey from Salem to Yercaud includes 20 scenic hairpin bends through beautiful mountain roads.

Travel from Chennai to Yercaud

Distance: 360 km

Travel Time: 6 – 7 hours

Best Car Route

Chennai → Vellore → Krishnagiri → Dharmapuri → Salem → Yercaud

Train Travel

• Kovai Express
• Yercaud Express
• Cheran Express

From Salem you can reach Yercaud by bus or taxi.

Travel from Bangalore to Yercaud

Distance: 230 km

Route: Bangalore → Hosur → Krishnagiri → Dharmapuri → Salem → Yercaud

The road trip takes around 4.5 to 5 hours.

Best Time to Visit Yercaud

• October – March : Cool weather
• April – June : Pleasant summer climate
• July – September : Lush green monsoon views

Top Tourist Places in Yercaud

Yercaud Lake

Yercaud Lake is the most popular attraction where visitors enjoy boating and relaxing lakeside views.

• Boating Time : 9 AM – 5:30 PM
• Pedal Boat : ₹150 – ₹200
• Row Boat : ₹250 – ₹300

Lady's Seat

One of the best viewpoints in Yercaud offering a breathtaking view of Salem city.

Pagoda Point

A peaceful viewpoint surrounded by hills and valleys.

Kiliyur Falls

A beautiful waterfall surrounded by forest. Visitors must walk about 200 steps to reach the falls.

Temples to Visit in Yercaud

Shevaroy Temple

This temple is located at the highest point of Yercaud and dedicated to Lord Shevaroyan and Goddess Kaveri.

1 Day Yercaud Tour Plan

• Anna Park
• Boating in Yercaud Lake
• Pagoda Point
• Sunset at Lady’s Seat

2 Day Yercaud Travel Plan

Day 1

• Check in to hotel
• Visit Yercaud Lake
• Anna Park
• Sunset viewpoint

Day 2

• Shevaroy Temple
• Pagoda Point
• Kiliyur Falls

Estimated Budget for Yercaud Trip

• Train : ₹600 – ₹1000
• Bus : ₹800 – ₹1200
• Car Fuel : ₹2500 – ₹3000
• Hotel : ₹1500 – ₹6000
• Food : ₹500 – ₹1000

Total Budget: ₹4000 – ₹9000 for a comfortable 2-day trip.

Final Thoughts

Yercaud is one of the best hill stations in Tamil Nadu for a relaxing weekend getaway from Chennai or Bangalore.