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Kapurthala to Udupi

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

2609 kmDistance
52.2 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹1,00,141
Ertiga₹1,27,536
Innova₹1,33,015
Innova Crysta₹1,63,909
Tempo Traveller (12)₹2,26,156

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,870
AC Seater₹4,700
Non-AC Sleeper₹4,170
AC Sleeper₹6,000
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹7,360
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Train
Sleeper₹1,600
Economy₹2,640
Third AC₹3,680
Second AC₹5,250
First AC₹7,340
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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 Udupi

2609 km · ~56h 11m · 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. 135 km · 2h 42m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 435

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 585

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 735

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

  7. 135 km · 2h 42m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 870

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1020

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1170

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

  10. 135 km · 2h 42m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1305

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1455

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1605

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

  13. 135 km · 2h 42m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1739

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

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1889

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

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2039

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

  16. 135 km · 2h 42m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 2174

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

  17. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2324

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

  18. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2474

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

  19. 135 km · 2h 42m 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: Kapurthala to Udupi

2609 km · ~58h · 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) · ~870 km

    ~19h 20m|Tentative fare ₹960–₹2,490

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 870)

    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) · ~870 km

    ~19h 20m|Tentative fare ₹960–₹2,490

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1739)

    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) · ~870 km

    ~19h 20m|Tentative fare ₹960–₹2,490

  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: Kapurthala to Udupi

Nearest railway stations: Hamira for Kapurthala, Udupi for Udupi.

Direct trains

AMRITSAR - KOCHUVELI SF Exp#12484 · Superfast
06:50 AMHamira
42h 1m349 stops
12:51 AM+2dUdupi

Other options with a change

1 change · 42h 26m in total

AMRITSAR - KOCHUVELI SF Exp#12484 · Superfast
06:35 AMBeas
21h 25m210 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

1 change · 45h 26m in total

AMRITSAR - KOCHUVELI SF Exp#12484 · Superfast
06:35 AMBeas
42h 40m356 stops
01:15 AM+2dMulki

Change trains at Mulki — about 2h 7m wait

ERNAKULAM - MUM LTT AC Duronto#12224 · Duronto
03:22 AMMulki
39m5 stops
04:01 AMBarkur

1 change · 48h 24m in total

AMRITSAR - KOCHUVELI SF Exp#12484 · Superfast
06:35 AMBeas
44h 43m361 stops
03:18 AM+2dUllal

Change trains at Ullal — about 2h 21m wait

ERNAKULAM - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Duronto Exp#12283 · Duronto
05:39 AMUllal
1h 20m11 stops
06:59 AMBarkur

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 Udupi: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Kapurthala to Udupi is about 2609 km by road, roughly 52.2 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2609 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹1,00,141 · Ertiga ₹1,27,536 · Innova ₹1,33,015 · Innova Crysta ₹1,63,909 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,26,156
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,870 · AC Seater ₹4,700 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹4,170 · AC Sleeper ₹6,000 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹7,360
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,600 · Economy ₹2,640 · Third AC ₹3,680 · Second AC ₹5,250 · First AC ₹7,340

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

  1. Sirsa270 km from Kapurthala

    Haryana

  2. Neemuch1000 km from Kapurthala

    Madhya Pradesh

  3. Dhar1270 km from Kapurthala

    Madhya Pradesh

  4. Aurangabad1660 km from Kapurthala

    Maharashtra

  5. Belagavi2245 km from Kapurthala

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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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