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Haldwani to Udupi

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Haldwani, Uttarakhand to Udupi, Karnataka.

2383 kmDistance
47.7 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹91,073
Ertiga₹1,16,095
Innova₹1,21,099
Innova Crysta₹1,49,120
Tempo Traveller (12)₹2,06,172

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,620
AC Seater₹4,290
Non-AC Sleeper₹3,810
AC Sleeper₹5,480
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹6,720
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Train
Sleeper₹1,460
Economy₹2,410
Third AC₹3,370
Second AC₹4,800
First AC₹6,700
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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: Haldwani to Udupi

2383 km · ~51h 40m · About 48h of driving split over 6 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Haldwani

    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. 97 km · 1h 57m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 397

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 547

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 697

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

  7. 97 km · 1h 57m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 794

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 944

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1094

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

  10. 97 km · 1h 57m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1192

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1342

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1492

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

  13. 97 km · 1h 57m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1589

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

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1739

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

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1889

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

  16. 97 km · 1h 57m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1986

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

  17. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2136

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

  18. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2286

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

  19. 97 km · 1h 57m 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: Haldwani to Udupi

2383 km · ~52h 57m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Haldwani

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

  2. Haldwani → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~794 km

    ~17h 39m|Tentative fare ₹870–₹2,270

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 794)

    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) · ~794 km

    ~17h 39m|Tentative fare ₹870–₹2,270

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1589)

    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) · ~794 km

    ~17h 39m|Tentative fare ₹870–₹2,270

  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: Haldwani to Udupi

Nearest railway stations: Kathgodam for Haldwani, Udupi for Udupi.

No direct train found — best options with a change

2 changes · 53h 16m in total

Kathgodam Dehradun Express#14119 · Express
07:45 PMKathgodam
8h 35m42 stops
04:20 AM+1dDehradun

Change trains at Dehradun — about 1h 40m wait

DEHRADUN - KOCHUVELI SF Express#12288 · Superfast
06:00 AMDehradun
22h191 stops
04:00 AM+1dVadodara Jn

Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 1h 20m wait

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

2 changes · 54h 31m in total

Kathgodam-Jammu Garib Rath Express#12207 · Garib Rath
06:30 PMKathgodam
7h 55m52 stops
02:25 AM+1dAmbala Cant Jn

Change trains at Ambala Cant Jn — about 7h 55m wait

CHANDIGARH - KOCHUVELI Kerala Sampark Kranti Exp#12218 · Sampark Kranti
10:20 AMAmbala Cant Jn
17h 40m176 stops
04:00 AM+1dVadodara Jn

Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 1h 20m wait

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

2 changes · 54h 31m in total

Kathgodam-Jammu Garib Rath Express#12207 · Garib Rath
06:30 PMKathgodam
11h 5m73 stops
05:35 AM+1dJalandhar Cant

Change trains at Jalandhar Cant — about 1h 49m wait

AMRITSAR - KOCHUVELI SF Exp#12484 · Superfast
07:24 AMJalandhar Cant
20h 36m202 stops
04:00 AM+1dVadodara Jn

Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 1h 20m 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.

Haldwani to Udupi: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Haldwani to Udupi is about 2383 km by road, roughly 47.7 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2383 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹91,073 · Ertiga ₹1,16,095 · Innova ₹1,21,099 · Innova Crysta ₹1,49,120 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,06,172
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,620 · AC Seater ₹4,290 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,810 · AC Sleeper ₹5,480 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹6,720
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,460 · Economy ₹2,410 · Third AC ₹3,370 · Second AC ₹4,800 · First AC ₹6,700

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 Haldwani to Udupi. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Mainpuri295 km from Haldwani

    Uttar Pradesh

  2. Jhansi560 km from Haldwani

    Uttar Pradesh

  3. Bhopal905 km from Haldwani

    Madhya Pradesh

  4. Chikhaldara1160 km from Haldwani

    Maharashtra

  5. Parbhani1485 km from Haldwani

    Maharashtra

  6. Vijayapura1860 km from Haldwani

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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
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