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Bengaluru to Minicoy

The distance from Bengaluru to Minicoy is about 897 km by road, roughly 18 hours (estimated). Indian citizens require an entry permit to visit Minicoy Island. Foreigners are

897 kmDistance
18 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Hatchback₹9970
Sedan₹11760
SUV₹15400
Innova / MUV₹17240
Tempo Traveller₹20030
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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹990
AC Seater₹1610
Non-AC Sleeper₹1440
AC Sleeper₹2060
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹2560
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Train
Sleeper₹570
Economy₹930
Third AC₹1290
Second AC₹1820
First AC₹2540
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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.

Overview

The distance from Bengaluru to Minicoy is about 897 km by road, roughly 18 hours (estimated). Indian citizens require an entry permit to visit Minicoy Island. Foreigners are generally not permitted to visit Minicoy.

Route Map

By Car: Bengaluru to Minicoy

897 km · ~19h 16m · About 18h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Bengaluru

    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. 149 km · 2h 58m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 449

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 599

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 749

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

  7. 149 km · 2h 58m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Minicoy

    Minicoy, Lakshadweep

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: Bengaluru to Minicoy

897 km · ~19h 56m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Bengaluru

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

  2. Bengaluru → Minicoy

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~897 km

    ~19h 56m|Tentative fare ₹990–₹2,560

  3. Arrive in Minicoy

    Minicoy, Lakshadweep

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

By Train: Bengaluru to Minicoy

There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.

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.

Transport Options

By Car

Approximately 897 km by road from Bengaluru to Minicoy, roughly 18 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

Distance: 897 kmDuration: 18 hours
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897 km

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Approximately 897 km by road from Bengaluru to Minicoy, roughly 18 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Minicoy from Bengaluru?

About 897 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Minicoy?

Agatti Airport (AGX), about 298 km away.

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