Bengaluru to Old Goa
The distance from Bengaluru to Old Goa is about 608 km by road, roughly 12 hours (estimated). Panjim (Panaji), the state capital of Goa, is barely 9 km from here, so it is easy to
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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 Old Goa is about 608 km by road, roughly 12 hours (estimated). Panjim (Panaji), the state capital of Goa, is barely 9 km from here, so it is easy to take a bus from Panjim to Old Goa. Private vehicles too ply, but taxis tend to overcharge in Goa.
Route Map
By Car: Bengaluru to Old Goa
608 km · ~12h 50m · About 12h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Bengaluru
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
154 km · 3h 5m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 304Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 454Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
154 km · 3h 5m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Old GoaOld Goa, Goa
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 Old Goa
608 km · ~13h 31m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- 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.
- Bengaluru → Old Goa
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~608 km
~13h 31m|Tentative fare ₹670–₹1,750
- Arrive in Old Goa
Old Goa, Goa
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 Old Goa
Nearest railway stations: Bangalore City Jn for Bengaluru, Karmali for Old Goa.
Direct trains
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.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Bengaluru to Old Goa. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
Hotels in Old Goa
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Things to Do in Old Goa
Basilica of Bom Jesus
Home to the grave of St. Francis Xavier.
Sound and Light Gallery Museum
You can get a Christian religious tour.
Visit Shree Betal temple
Shri Betal temple is a Hindu temple in Amona village in the Bicholim taluk of Goa, India.
Visit Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church
The Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church is located in Panjim, Goa, India. The Church conducts Mass every day in English, Konkani, and Portuguese.
Visit Mandovi Bridge
The Mandovi bridge is a set of two bridges. It carries four lanes over the Mandovi river.
Visit Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary is an estuarine mangrove habitat, which is declared as the bird sanctuary, and located on western tip of the Island of Chorão along the Mandovi…
Suggested Old Goa Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Old Goa
- Travel from Bengaluru to Old Goa (about 12 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Church and Convent of St. Francis of Assisi
Day 2Explore Old Goa
- Visit Fort Santo Estevão
- Visit Shree Betal temple
- Visit Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Mandovi Bridge
- Head back to Bengaluru
Budget Estimate
road
608 km
12 hours
Approximately 608 km by road from Bengaluru to Old Goa, roughly 12 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
608 km
The nearest railway station to Old Goa is Karmali railway station, about 2 km from the town centre.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 608 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Goa Dabolim International Airport (GOI), about 16 km away.
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