Key hubs
Coimbatore airport and railway station
- Airport
- Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) at Peelamedu, about 10 km from the city centre
- Railway station
- Coimbatore Junction (CBE) on State Bank Road is the main station; Coimbatore North and Podanur are the other junctions
- Getting around
- App cabs, autos and a private car with driver; city buses are frequent but crowded. A car is the practical way to reach the temples and falls.
How to reach Coimbatore by air
Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) at Peelamedu is about 10 km from the city centre, usually 25 to 45 minutes by road depending on traffic. Several domestic routes and a few international routes serve it.
How to reach Coimbatore by train
Coimbatore Junction (CBE) on State Bank Road is the main railhead on the Jolarpettai-Shoranur line, with links towards Chennai, Shoranur, Mettupalayam and Pollachi. Coimbatore North and Podanur are the other junctions.
How to reach Coimbatore by road
Coimbatore is connected by national and state highways to other Tamil Nadu cities and to Kerala through the Palakkad Gap. The Gandhipuram bus stand and other terminals serve long-distance and local buses.
Getting around Coimbatore
App cabs and autos are the easiest option in town, and city buses are cheap but crowded. For temples west of the city, Isha and forest areas, a private car with a driver is the practical choice.
For parents and senior travellers
Easy transfers to and in Coimbatore
- Take the vehicle road or shuttle at Marudamalai instead of the long stairway, and confirm current shuttle arrangements locally.
- The Gedee Car Museum and the Gass Forest Museum are indoor, largely level and good for a rest from the sun.
- In October and November, carry an umbrella and check the forecast before driving to the falls or hills.
- Ask the airline or railway for wheelchair or porter assistance when you book, not on the day.
- Pre-book the pickup from the airport or station, so nobody has to negotiate with drivers after a long journey.
- Choose arrivals in daylight where you can, and keep the first afternoon free to rest.