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Mandi to Tumakuru

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh to Tumakuru, Karnataka.

2656 kmDistance
53.1 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹1,01,819
Ertiga₹1,29,707
Innova₹1,35,285
Innova Crysta₹1,66,673
Tempo Traveller (12)₹2,30,104

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,920
AC Seater₹4,780
Non-AC Sleeper₹4,250
AC Sleeper₹6,110
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹7,490
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Train
Sleeper₹1,620
Economy₹2,690
Third AC₹3,750
Second AC₹5,340
First AC₹7,470
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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: Mandi to Tumakuru

2656 km · ~57h 7m · About 53h of driving split over 6 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Mandi

    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. 143 km · 2h 51m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 443

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 593

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 743

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

  7. 143 km · 2h 51m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 885

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1035

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1185

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

  10. 143 km · 2h 51m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1328

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1478

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1628

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

  13. 143 km · 2h 51m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1771

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

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1921

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

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2071

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

  16. 143 km · 2h 51m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 2213

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

  17. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2363

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

  18. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2513

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

  19. 143 km · 2h 51m 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: Mandi to Tumakuru

2656 km · ~59h · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Mandi

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

  2. Mandi → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~885 km

    ~19h 40m|Tentative fare ₹970–₹2,530

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 885)

    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) · ~885 km

    ~19h 40m|Tentative fare ₹970–₹2,530

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1771)

    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) · ~885 km

    ~19h 40m|Tentative fare ₹970–₹2,530

  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: Mandi to Tumakuru

Nearest railway stations: Baijnath Paprola (about 47 km away) for Mandi, Tumkur for Tumakuru.

There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.

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.

Mandi to Tumakuru: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Mandi to Tumakuru is about 2656 km by road, roughly 53.1 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2656 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹1,01,819 · Ertiga ₹1,29,707 · Innova ₹1,35,285 · Innova Crysta ₹1,66,673 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,30,104
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,920 · AC Seater ₹4,780 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹4,250 · AC Sleeper ₹6,110 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹7,490
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,620 · Economy ₹2,690 · Third AC ₹3,750 · Second AC ₹5,340 · First AC ₹7,470

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 Tumakuru.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Yamunanagar230 km from Mandi

    Haryana

  2. Sonipat395 km from Mandi

    Haryana

  3. Faridabad475 km from Mandi

    Haryana

  4. Harda1355 km from Mandi

    Madhya Pradesh

  5. Aundha Nagnath1755 km from Mandi

    Maharashtra

  6. Raichur2240 km from Mandi

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
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