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Mangaluru to Belur

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Mangaluru, Karnataka to Belur, Karnataka.

146 kmDistance
2.9 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,855
Ertiga₹7,430
Innova₹7,745
Innova Crysta₹9,570
Tempo Traveller (12)₹13,100

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹160
AC Seater₹260
Non-AC Sleeper₹230
AC Sleeper₹340
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹460
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Train
Sleeper₹120
Economy₹180
Third AC₹230
Second AC₹320
First AC₹440
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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: Mangaluru to Belur

146 km · ~2h 55m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Mangaluru

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 146 km · 2h 55m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Belur

    Belur, 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: Mangaluru to Belur

146 km · ~3h 15m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. 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.

  2. Mangaluru → Belur

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~146 km

    ~3h 15m|Tentative fare ₹160–₹460

  3. Arrive in Belur

    Belur, 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: Mangaluru to Belur

Nearest railway stations: Mangalore Cntl for Mangaluru, Alur Halt for Belur.

Direct trains

Karwar-Yeshvantpur Express#16516 · Express
10:55 AMMangalore Jn
5h 20m12 stops
04:15 PMAlur Halt
Kannur-Yesvantpur Express#16518 · Express
07:57 PMMangalore Jn
5h 4m12 stops
01:01 AM+1dAlur Halt

Other options with a change

1 change · 6h in total

Subrahmanya Road Passenger#56647 · Passenger
10:15 AMMangalore Cntl
1h 3m3 stops
11:18 AMKabakaputtur

Change trains at Kabakaputtur — about 42m wait

Karwar-Yeshvantpur Express#16516 · Express
12:00 PMKabakaputtur
4h 15m10 stops
04:15 PMAlur Halt

1 change · 6h 41m in total

Kabakaputtur Passenger#56645 · Passenger
06:20 PMMangalore Cntl
39m2 stops
06:59 PMBantawala

Change trains at Bantawala — about 1h 26m wait

Kannur-Yesvantpur Express#16518 · Express
08:25 PMBantawala
4h 36m11 stops
01:01 AM+1dAlur Halt

1 change · 7h 56m in total

Navyug Express#16687 · Express
05:05 PMMangalore Cntl
22m4 stops
05:27 PMUppala

Change trains at Uppala — about 1h 9m wait

Kannur-Yesvantpur Express#16518 · Express
06:36 PMUppala
6h 25m17 stops
01:01 AM+1dAlur Halt

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 Belur: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Mangaluru to Belur is about 146 km by road, roughly 2.9 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 146 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,855 · Ertiga ₹7,430 · Innova ₹7,745 · Innova Crysta ₹9,570 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,100
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹160 · AC Seater ₹260 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹230 · AC Sleeper ₹340 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹460
  • Train: Sleeper ₹120 · Economy ₹180 · Third AC ₹230 · Second AC ₹320 · First AC ₹440

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

Want the full Belur guide?

Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Belur.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Dharmasthala75 km from Mangaluru

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Things to Do in Belur

Explore the Chennakesava Temple

Spend time marveling at the temple's intricate carvings, including the 48 pillars of the navaranga hall, each with unique motifs. Look for the 'Shilabalikas' and the…

2-3 hours

Visit the Veeranarayana Temple

Located near the Chennakesava Temple, this older temple is dedicated to Vishnu and features a distinct Hoysala style. It is less crowded, offering a peaceful atmosphere…

1 hour

Day Trip to Halebidu

Drive 16 km to Halebidu to see the Hoysaleswara Temple, a twin-shrined marvel with some of the most elaborate stone carvings in India. Also visit the Hoysala Heritage…

3-4 hours

Relax at Yagachi Dam

After temple visits, unwind at the Yagachi Dam, an irrigation reservoir on the Yagachi river. Enjoy the dam-top gardens, take a boat ride, or simply enjoy the scenic…

1-2 hours

Photography Walk

Capture the intricate details of the temple sculptures, the star-shaped platform, and the play of light and shadow on the soapstone. Early morning or late afternoon…

2 hours

Attend an Aarti

Participate in the evening aarti at the Chennakesava Temple, an immersive experience of devotional music and ritual. Check the temple timings for the aarti schedule.

1 hour

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Suggested Belur Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Arrival and check-in at hotel
  • Guided exploration of Chennakesava Temple
  • Sunset walk around the temple precincts

Day 2Day 2

  • Morning drive to Halebidu
  • Explore Hoysaleswara Temple
  • Visit Hoysala Heritage Museum

Day 3Day 3

  • Morning visit to Yagachi Dam
  • Boating and garden stroll
  • Lunch near the dam
Full 3-day itinerary →

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Belur trip and see the full Mangaluru → Belur → next stop route.

Belur → Sakleshpur

About 35 km by road

Belur → Dharmasthala

About 75 km by road

Belur → Horanadu

About 75 km by road

Belur → Sringeri

About 95 km by road

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