Bus Route to Siruvani Dam from Gandhipuram: Transfer Required in Coimbatore

There is **no direct bus** from Gandhipuram (Coimbatore's central bus hub) to Siruvani Dam. The journey requires a transfer:

Route

1. Gandhipuram → Coimbatore (Town Bus Stand / Ukkadam): Short hop (2–3 km). Frequent city buses (routes 1, 5, 14, etc.), autos, or walk.
2. Coimbatore (Ukkadam Bus Stand) → Siruvani Dam: Take **TNSTC bus route 59** (or 59A, 59B) towards **Siruvani / Anaikatti / Kerala border**.

Details

• Distance: ~35 km from Coimbatore city.
• Time: 1–1.5 hours (winding ghat road).
• Frequency: Every 30–60 minutes (5:30 AM – 7:30 PM).
• Fare: ~₹30–50.
• Last Return: ~7:00 PM from Siruvani.

Siruvani Dam Highlights

• Built 1927; supplies drinking water to Coimbatore (famed for taste—low TDS).
• Located in Western Ghats, near Kerala border (Silent Valley NP vicinity).
• Scenic drive; forest checkpost entry (ID required).
• No boating/swimming (protected watershed). Viewpoints, nature trails.

Tip

Confirm current timings at Ukkadam enquiry or TNSTC app. Weekends/holidays crowded; start early.