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Hubballi to Tarkarli

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Hubballi, Karnataka to Tarkarli, Maharashtra.

245 kmDistance
4.9 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹11,710
Ertiga₹14,860
Innova₹15,490
Innova Crysta₹19,140
Tempo Traveller (12)₹26,200

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹270
AC Seater₹440
Non-AC Sleeper₹390
AC Sleeper₹560
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹740
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Train
Sleeper₹180
Economy₹280
Third AC₹370
Second AC₹520
First AC₹720
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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: Hubballi to Tarkarli

245 km · ~5h 14m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Hubballi

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest & refuel near Onda

    About 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.

  3. 95 km · 1h 54m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Tarkarli

    Tarkarli, Maharashtra

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: Hubballi to Tarkarli

245 km · ~5h 27m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Hubballi

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

  2. Hubballi → Tarkarli

    AC Seater / Volvo · ~245 km

    ~5h 27m|Tentative fare ₹270–₹740

    Usual tea / meal halts: Sawantwadi (~170 km)

  3. Arrive in Tarkarli

    Tarkarli, Maharashtra

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

By Train: Hubballi to Tarkarli

Nearest railway stations: Hubli Jn for Hubballi, Kudal for Tarkarli.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 8h 34m in total

YESVANTPUR - VASCO DA GAMA Exp#17309 · Express
11:55 PMHubli Jn
5h 34m27 stops
05:29 AM+1dMajorda

Change trains at Majorda — about 1h 42m wait

ERNAKULAM - MUM LTT AC Duronto#12224 · Duronto
07:11 AMMajorda
1h 18m9 stops
08:29 AMSindhudurg

1 change · 11h 13m in total

HOWRAH - VASCO DA GAMA Amravati Exp#18047 · Express
09:00 AMHubli Jn
5h 14m27 stops
02:14 PMMajorda

Change trains at Majorda — about 4h 50m wait

MANGALORE - MUMBAI CST Exp#12134 · Superfast
07:04 PMMajorda
1h 9m9 stops
08:13 PMSindhudurg

1 change · 11h 13m in total

Kacheguda-Vasco Prashanti Nilayam Slip#17603-Slip2 · Express
09:00 AMHubli Jn
5h 14m20 stops
02:14 PMMajorda

Change trains at Majorda — about 4h 50m wait

MANGALORE - MUMBAI CST Exp#12134 · Superfast
07:04 PMMajorda
1h 9m9 stops
08:13 PMSindhudurg

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.

Hubballi to Tarkarli: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Hubballi to Tarkarli is about 245 km by road, roughly 4.9 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 245 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹11,710 · Ertiga ₹14,860 · Innova ₹15,490 · Innova Crysta ₹19,140 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹26,200
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹270 · AC Seater ₹440 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹390 · AC Sleeper ₹560 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹740
  • Train: Sleeper ₹180 · Economy ₹280 · Third AC ₹370 · Second AC ₹520 · First AC ₹720

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 Tarkarli.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Sawantwadi200 km from Hubballi

Hotels in Tarkarli

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Things to Do in Tarkarli

Malvan Marine Sanctuary Glass-Bottom Boat Ride

Take a short boat ride to the sanctuary's coral beds near Nivati and Tarkarli, where the glass bottom lets you view live corals and fish without getting wet. Local…

45 minutes

Scuba Diving at Sindhudurg Fort

Take a boat to the dive site near the 17th-century Sindhudurg Fort, where calm, clear water reveals coral gardens, starfish, and occasional sea turtles. Certified…

3 hours (including briefing and boat ride)

Visit Sindhudurg Fort (Shivaji's Sea Fort)

Explore the massive stone fort built by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in 1664, accessible by a short ferry from Malvan. Walk along its thick ramparts, see the footprints…

2 hours (excluding ferry time)

Snorkelling at Tarkarli Beach

Wade into the shallow, crystal-clear waters near the shore to spot colourful fish and coral beds just metres from the sand. This is a gentler alternative to scuba…

1.5 hours

Sunset Cruise on the Karli River Backwaters

Board a local motorboat from Tarkarli jetty and drift through the calm, mangrove-lined Karli River where it meets the sea. Watch the sun dip below the horizon while…

1 hour

Walk through Tarkarli Village and Local Fish Market

Stroll through the sleepy fishing village in the morning to see traditional Malvani fishing boats, drying nets, and the daily catch being auctioned at the small market.…

2 hours

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Suggested Tarkarli Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Stroll along Tarkarli Beach and wade into the shallow, crystal-clear water
  • Take a 1-hour motorboat ride on the Karli River backwaters, spotting mangroves and local fishing boats
  • Watch the sunset from the beach jetty, with Sindhudurg Fort visible in the distance

Day 2Day 2

  • Take a ferry from Tarkarli jetty to Sindhudurg Fort; walk its ramparts, see the Hanuman temple, and learn about its 17th-century…
  • Join a certified scuba diving or snorkeling session (shallow water, guided) to see coral, starfish, and colorful fish around the…
  • Return to shore and visit the nearby Rameshwar Temple, a small peaceful shrine overlooking the sea

Day 3Day 3

  • Take a 20-minute boat ride to Tsunami Island, a temporary sandbar that emerges at low tide; walk around and enjoy the calm…
  • Visit the nearby village of Malvan (20 minutes by auto) to see the traditional fish-drying yards and sample local sweets like…
  • Return to Tarkarli for a final sunset walk on the beach, collecting shells and watching crab activity

Extend Your Trip

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