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Kapurthala to Tumakuru

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kapurthala, Punjab to Tumakuru, Karnataka.

2618 kmDistance
52.4 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹1,00,463
Ertiga₹1,27,952
Innova₹1,33,449
Innova Crysta₹1,64,438
Tempo Traveller (12)₹2,26,912

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,880
AC Seater₹4,710
Non-AC Sleeper₹4,190
AC Sleeper₹6,020
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹7,380
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Train
Sleeper₹1,600
Economy₹2,650
Third AC₹3,700
Second AC₹5,270
First AC₹7,360
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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: Kapurthala to Tumakuru

2618 km · ~56h 22m · About 52h of driving split over 6 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Kapurthala

    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. 136 km · 2h 44m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 436

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 586

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 736

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

  7. 136 km · 2h 44m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 873

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1023

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1173

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

  10. 136 km · 2h 44m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1309

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1459

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1609

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

  13. 136 km · 2h 44m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1745

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

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1895

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

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2045

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

  16. 136 km · 2h 44m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 2182

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

  17. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2332

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

  18. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2482

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

  19. 136 km · 2h 44m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Tumakuru

    Tumakuru, 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: Kapurthala to Tumakuru

2618 km · ~58h 12m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Kapurthala

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

  2. Kapurthala → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~873 km

    ~19h 24m|Tentative fare ₹960–₹2,490

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 873)

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

  4. change point 1 → change point 2

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~873 km

    ~19h 24m|Tentative fare ₹960–₹2,490

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1745)

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

  6. change point 2 → Tumakuru

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~873 km

    ~19h 24m|Tentative fare ₹960–₹2,490

  7. Arrive in Tumakuru

    Tumakuru, 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: Kapurthala to Tumakuru

Nearest railway stations: Hamira for Kapurthala, Tumkur for Tumakuru.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 51h 49m in total

AMRITSAR - KOCHUVELI SF Exp#12484 · Superfast
06:35 AMBeas
36h 36m329 stops
07:11 PM+1dMajorda

Change trains at Majorda — about 1h 55m wait

VASCO DA GAMA - YESVANTPUR Exp#17310 · Express
09:06 PMMajorda
13h 18m84 stops
10:24 AM+1dMuddalingahalli

1 change · 61h in total

Chhattisgarh Express#18238 · Express
04:52 PMBeas
14h 29m83 stops
07:21 AM+1dBaad

Change trains at Baad — about 3h 37m wait

Karnataka Sampark Kranti Express#12630 · Sampark Kranti
10:58 AMBaad
42h 54m287 stops
05:52 AM+2dMuddalingahalli

1 change · 61h in total

Chhattisgarh Express Slip#18238-Slip · Express
04:52 PMBeas
17h 50m104 stops
10:42 AM+1dSithouli

Change trains at Sithouli — about 2h 41m wait

Karnataka Sampark Kranti Express#12630 · Sampark Kranti
01:23 PMSithouli
40h 29m266 stops
05:52 AM+2dMuddalingahalli

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.

Kapurthala to Tumakuru: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Kapurthala to Tumakuru is about 2618 km by road, roughly 52.4 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2618 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹1,00,463 · Ertiga ₹1,27,952 · Innova ₹1,33,449 · Innova Crysta ₹1,64,438 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,26,912
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,880 · AC Seater ₹4,710 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹4,190 · AC Sleeper ₹6,020 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹7,380
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,600 · Economy ₹2,650 · Third AC ₹3,700 · Second AC ₹5,270 · First AC ₹7,360

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

Want the full Tumakuru guide?

Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Tumakuru.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Hisar325 km from Kapurthala

    Haryana

  2. Bundi860 km from Kapurthala

    Rajasthan

  3. Ujjain1185 km from Kapurthala

    Madhya Pradesh

  4. Omkareshwar1325 km from Kapurthala

    Madhya Pradesh

  5. Lonar1655 km from Kapurthala

    Maharashtra

  6. Kalaburagi2040 km from Kapurthala

Hotels in Tumakuru

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Things to Do in Tumakuru

Trek to Shivagange Summit

Embark on a challenging but rewarding climb up the conical peak of Shivagange, passing cave shrines and a monolithic Nandi. The summit offers a 360-degree view of the…

4-5 hours

Explore Devarayanadurga Temples

Visit the rock-cut Bhoga Narasimha and Yoganarasimha temples, each carved into the granite hill. The Bhoga Narasimha temple is accessible via stone steps, while the…

2-3 hours

Climb Madhugiri Fort

Hike up the monolithic hill to explore the ruins of Madhugiri Fort, with its concentric walls and bastions. The trek is steep but well-marked, and the top offers…

3-4 hours

Visit Namada Chilume and Deer Park

At the base of Devarayanadurga, witness the perennial spring of Namada Chilume, believed to have been created by Lord Rama. The adjacent deer park is a peaceful spot to…

1 hour

Photography and Birdwatching

Capture the dramatic landscapes of granite hills, forested valleys, and ancient temples. The area is home to various bird species, making it a haven for nature…

2-3 hours

Attend a Local Festival

If visiting during festival times, participate in the vibrant celebrations at the hill temples. Narasimha Jayanti at Devarayanadurga and Maha Shivaratri at Shivagange…

Half day

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Suggested Tumakuru Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Visit Bhoga Narasimha and Yoganarasimha temples atop Devarayanadurga
  • Walk the forested hill trails and enjoy panoramic views
  • Explore Namada Chilume spring and the adjacent deer park

Day 2Day 2

  • Trek up Madhugiri Fort's marked trail
  • Explore the fort's gateways, walls, and summit ruins
  • Visit the nearby Madhugiri town for a local lunch

Day 3Day 3

  • Climb Shivagange's pilgrim trail to the summit
  • Visit the cave shrines and monolithic Nandi statue
  • Explore the base temple complex
Full 3-day itinerary →

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