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Kendrapara to Udupi

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

1917 kmDistance
38.3 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹73,437
Ertiga₹93,565
Innova₹97,591
Innova Crysta₹1,20,220
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,66,028

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,110
AC Seater₹3,450
Non-AC Sleeper₹3,070
AC Sleeper₹4,410
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹5,420
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Train
Sleeper₹1,180
Economy₹1,950
Third AC₹2,710
Second AC₹3,860
First AC₹5,400
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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: Kendrapara to Udupi

1917 km · ~41h 40m · About 38h of driving split over 5 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Kendrapara

    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. 83 km · 1h 40m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 383

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 533

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 683

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

  7. 83 km · 1h 40m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 767

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 917

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1067

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

  10. 83 km · 1h 40m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1150

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1300

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1450

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

  13. 83 km · 1h 40m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1534

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

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1684

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

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1834

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

  16. 83 km · 1h 40m 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: Kendrapara to Udupi

1917 km · ~42h 38m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Kendrapara

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

  2. Kendrapara → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~959 km

    ~21h 19m|Tentative fare ₹1,050–₹2,740

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 959)

    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 → Udupi

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~959 km

    ~21h 19m|Tentative fare ₹1,050–₹2,740

  5. 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: Kendrapara to Udupi

Nearest railway stations: Rahama for Kendrapara, Udupi for Udupi.

No direct train found — best options with a change

2 changes · 54h 31m in total

Paradip Puri InterCity Express#18413 · Express
06:30 PMRahama
1h 10m8 stops
07:40 PMCuttack

Change trains at Cuttack — about 9h 45m wait

HOWRAH - VASCO DA GAMA Amravati Exp#18047 · Express
05:25 AMCuttack
32h 49m250 stops
02:14 PM+1dMajorda

Change trains at Majorda — about 5h 44m wait

Hapa-Tirunelveli Express#12998 · Superfast
07:58 PMMajorda
5h 3m24 stops
01:01 AM+1dPadubidri

2 changes · 57h 31m in total

Paradip Puri InterCity Express#18413 · Express
06:30 PMRahama
1h 10m8 stops
07:40 PMCuttack

Change trains at Cuttack — about 11h 13m wait

GUWAHATI - TRIVANDRUM SF Exp#12508 · Superfast
06:53 AMCuttack
32h 50m318 stops
03:43 PM+1dVallathol Nagar

Change trains at Vallathol Nagar — about 7h 8m wait

ERNAKULAM - MUM LTT AC Duronto#12224 · Duronto
10:51 PMVallathol Nagar
5h 10m68 stops
04:01 AM+1dBarkur

2 changes · 57h 31m in total

Paradip Puri InterCity Express#18413 · Express
06:30 PMRahama
1h 10m8 stops
07:40 PMCuttack

Change trains at Cuttack — about 11h 13m wait

GUWAHATI - TRIVANDRUM CENTRAL EXP#12516 · Superfast
06:53 AMCuttack
32h 50m318 stops
03:43 PM+1dVallathol Nagar

Change trains at Vallathol Nagar — about 7h 8m wait

ERNAKULAM - MUM LTT AC Duronto#12224 · Duronto
10:51 PMVallathol Nagar
5h 10m68 stops
04:01 AM+1dBarkur

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.

Kendrapara to Udupi: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Kendrapara to Udupi is about 1917 km by road, roughly 38.3 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1917 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹73,437 · Ertiga ₹93,565 · Innova ₹97,591 · Innova Crysta ₹1,20,220 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,66,028
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,110 · AC Seater ₹3,450 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,070 · AC Sleeper ₹4,410 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹5,420
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,180 · Economy ₹1,950 · Third AC ₹2,710 · Second AC ₹3,860 · First AC ₹5,400

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

  1. Asika275 km from Kendrapara

    Odisha

  2. Araku Valley580 km from Kendrapara

    Andhra Pradesh

  3. Amaravati995 km from Kendrapara

    Andhra Pradesh

  4. Anantapur1480 km from Kendrapara

    Andhra Pradesh

  5. Davanagere1690 km from Kendrapara

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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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