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Ayodhya to Udupi

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh to Udupi, Karnataka.

2191 kmDistance
43.8 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹83,719
Ertiga₹1,06,724
Innova₹1,11,325
Innova Crysta₹1,37,081
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,89,544

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,410
AC Seater₹3,940
Non-AC Sleeper₹3,510
AC Sleeper₹5,040
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹6,180
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Train
Sleeper₹1,340
Economy₹2,220
Third AC₹3,100
Second AC₹4,410
First AC₹6,160
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Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.

Route Map

By Car: Ayodhya to Udupi

2191 km · ~47h 9m · About 44h of driving split over 5 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Ayodhya

    Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 150

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  3. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 300

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  4. 138 km · 2h 46m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 438

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 588

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 738

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  7. 138 km · 2h 46m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 876

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1026

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1176

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  10. 138 km · 2h 46m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1315

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1465

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1615

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  13. 138 km · 2h 46m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1753

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1903

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2053

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  16. 138 km · 2h 46m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Udupi

    Udupi, Karnataka

Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.

By Bus: Ayodhya to Udupi

2191 km · ~48h 39m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Ayodhya

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Ayodhya. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Ayodhya → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~730 km

    ~16h 13m|Tentative fare ₹800–₹2,090

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 730)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Udupi. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  4. change point 1 → change point 2

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~730 km

    ~16h 13m|Tentative fare ₹800–₹2,090

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1461)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Udupi. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  6. change point 2 → Udupi

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~730 km

    ~16h 13m|Tentative fare ₹800–₹2,090

  7. Arrive in Udupi

    Udupi, Karnataka

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Ayodhya to Udupi

Nearest railway stations: Ayodhya for Ayodhya, Udupi for Udupi.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 49h 6m in total

Faizabad-Mumbai LTT SF Express#12564 · Superfast
11:55 PMFaizabad Jn
28h 24m185 stops
04:19 AM+2dKopar Road

Change trains at Kopar Road — about 7h 24m wait

Hapa-Tirunelveli Express#12998 · Superfast
11:43 AMKopar Road
13h 18m73 stops
01:01 AM+1dPadubidri

1 change · 55h 26m in total

Sabarmati Express#19166 · Express
05:35 PMUlna Bhari
31h 50m156 stops
01:25 AM+2dVadodara Jn

Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 3h 55m wait

Hapa-Tirunelveli Express#12998 · Superfast
05:20 AMVadodara Jn
19h 41m135 stops
01:01 AM+1dPadubidri

1 change · 55h 27m in total

Sabarmati Express#19168 · Express
05:34 PMUlna Bhari
31h 51m151 stops
01:25 AM+2dVadodara Jn

Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 3h 55m wait

Hapa-Tirunelveli Express#12998 · Superfast
05:20 AMVadodara Jn
19h 41m135 stops
01:01 AM+1dPadubidri

Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.

Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.

Ayodhya to Udupi: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Ayodhya to Udupi is about 2191 km by road, roughly 43.8 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2191 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹83,719 · Ertiga ₹1,06,724 · Innova ₹1,11,325 · Innova Crysta ₹1,37,081 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,89,544
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,410 · AC Seater ₹3,940 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,510 · AC Sleeper ₹5,040 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹6,180
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,340 · Economy ₹2,220 · Third AC ₹3,100 · Second AC ₹4,410 · First AC ₹6,160

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Udupi.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Ayodhya to Udupi. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Prayagraj195 km from Ayodhya

    Uttar Pradesh

  2. Satna370 km from Ayodhya

    Madhya Pradesh

  3. Jabalpur605 km from Ayodhya

    Madhya Pradesh

  4. Nagpur920 km from Ayodhya

    Maharashtra

  5. Adilabad1145 km from Ayodhya

    Telangana

  6. Bidar1430 km from Ayodhya

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Things to Do in Udupi

Seek Blessings at Sri Krishna Matha

Participate in the morning darshan, witness the rituals, and spend time in the temple premises. The calm atmosphere and the rhythmic chants create a deeply spiritual…

2-3 hours

Explore the Krishna Matha Museum

The museum houses a collection of artefacts, including a chariot used for processions, ancient coins, and religious manuscripts. It offers a glimpse into the temple's…

1 hour

Relax at Malpe Beach

Enjoy the golden sands and gentle waves of Malpe Beach, a popular spot for swimming and sunbathing. The beach is also a working fishing harbour, where you can watch the…

2-3 hours

Boat Ride to St. Mary's Island

Take a short boat ride from Malpe to St. Mary's Island, famous for its hexagonal basalt rock formations. Explore the island's unique geology and enjoy a peaceful picnic…

Half day

Savour Authentic Udupi Cuisine

Indulge in a traditional Udupi thali at a local restaurant, featuring dishes like dosa, idli, sambar, and a variety of chutneys and curries. The food is pure vegetarian…

1-2 hours

Visit Manipal's Cultural Spots

Explore the adjacent university town of Manipal, visit the Manipal Museum of Anatomy and Pathology (if open), or take a stroll through the campus. The town offers a…

2-3 hours

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Suggested Udupi Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Morning darshan at Sri Krishna Matha (view through Kanakana Kindi)
  • Explore the eight mathas and temple tank
  • Lunch at a traditional Udupi restaurant (Woodlands or Mitra Samaj)

Day 2Day 2

  • Boat ride to St. Mary's Island (depart from Malpe jetty)
  • Walk among the basalt columns and relax on the beach
  • Seafood lunch at a Malpe beach shack

Day 3Day 3

  • Morning darshan at Kollur Mookambika Temple
  • Drive along the scenic Maravanthe Beach (NH-66)
  • Lunch and brief walk in Kundapura
Full 3-day itinerary →

Extend Your Trip

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About 85 km by road

Udupi → Dharmasthala

About 105 km by road

Udupi → Murudeshwar

About 115 km by road

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