Mangaluru to Bangalore
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Mangaluru, Karnataka to Bangalore, Andhra Pradesh.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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: Mangaluru to Bangalore
386 km · ~8h 23m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Mangaluru
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near SakleshpurAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near KunigalAbout 300 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
86 km · 1h 43m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BangaloreBangalore, Andhra Pradesh
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: Mangaluru to Bangalore
386 km · ~8h 35m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Mangaluru
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Mangaluru. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Mangaluru → Bangalore
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~386 km
~8h 35m|Tentative fare ₹420–₹1,130
Usual tea / meal halts: Hassan (~170 km)
- Arrive in Bangalore
Bangalore, Andhra Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Mangaluru to Bangalore
Nearest railway stations: Mangalore Cntl for Mangaluru, Bangalore City Jn for Bangalore.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 12h 10m in total
Change trains at Kabakaputtur — about 42m wait
1 change · 13h 20m in total
Change trains at Bantawala — about 1h 26m wait
1 change · 14h 23m in total
Change trains at Yeliyur — about 1h 31m wait
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.
Mangaluru to Bangalore: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Mangaluru to Bangalore is about 386 km by road, roughly 7.7 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 386 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹13,303 · Ertiga ₹16,950 · Innova ₹17,679 · Innova Crysta ₹21,777 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹30,082
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹420 · AC Seater ₹690 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹620 · AC Sleeper ₹890 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,130
- Train: Sleeper ₹260 · Economy ₹420 · Third AC ₹570 · Second AC ₹800 · First AC ₹1,110
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Bangalore guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Bangalore.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Mangaluru to Bangalore. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Dharmasthala75 km from Mangaluru
Karnataka
- Sakleshpur130 km from Mangaluru
Karnataka
- Hassan175 km from Mangaluru
Karnataka
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Things to Do in Bangalore
Cinemax
Cinemax is worth a visit while in Bangalore.
Cinepolis
Cinepolis is worth a visit while in Bangalore.
Gopalan Cinemas
Gopalan Mall, Mysore Road; Gopalan Mall, Near Jayadeva Hospital, Bannerghatta Road ; Gopalan Mal;, Old Madras Road, Near Baiyappanhalli Metro Station
Inox theatre
Inox theatre is worth a visit while in Bangalore.
PVR Cinemas
PVR Cinemas is worth a visit while in Bangalore.
Bangalore Film Society
A club membership (around ₹500/year) is typically required for entrance. Foreign film series and cultural events.
Suggested Bangalore Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Bangalore
- Travel from Mangaluru to Bangalore (about 7.7 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Church Street
Day 2Explore Bangalore
- Visit Hudson Memorial Church
- Visit St. Andrew's Church
- Visit Rice Memorial Church
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Dharmambudhi Lake
- Head back to Mangaluru
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Bangalore trip and see the full Mangaluru → Bangalore → next stop route.
Bangalore → Hogenakkal
About 125 km by road
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