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Ongole to Udupi

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ongole, Andhra Pradesh to Udupi, Karnataka.

806 kmDistance
16.1 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹31,274
Ertiga₹39,737
Innova₹41,430
Innova Crysta₹51,143
Tempo Traveller (12)₹70,204

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹890
AC Seater₹1,450
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,290
AC Sleeper₹1,850
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹2,310
View route plan
Train
Sleeper₹510
Economy₹840
Third AC₹1,160
Second AC₹1,640
First AC₹2,290
View route plan

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: Ongole to Udupi

806 km · ~17h 27m · About 16h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Ongole

    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. 103 km · 2h 4m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 403

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 553

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 703

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

  7. 103 km · 2h 4m 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: Ongole to Udupi

806 km · ~17h 55m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Ongole

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

  2. Ongole → Udupi

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~806 km

    ~17h 55m|Tentative fare ₹890–₹2,310

  3. 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: Ongole to Udupi

Nearest railway stations: Ongole for Ongole, Udupi for Udupi.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 23h 1m in total

Bilaspur Tirunelveli SF Express#12787 · Superfast
05:00 AMUppugunduru
14h 21m107 stops
07:21 PMVallathol Nagar

Change trains at Vallathol Nagar — about 3h 30m wait

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

1 change · 23h 12m in total

Bilaspur-Ernakulam Express#22815 · Superfast
04:49 AMUppugunduru
14h 31m111 stops
07:20 PMVallathol Nagar

Change trains at Vallathol Nagar — about 3h 31m wait

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

1 change · 24h 38m in total

Navyug Express#16688 · Express
08:54 PMUppugunduru
15h 16m111 stops
12:10 PM+1dShoranur Jn

Change trains at Shoranur Jn — about 3h 5m wait

Kochuveli-Dehradun Weekly Express#12287 · Superfast
03:15 PMShoranur Jn
6h 17m61 stops
09:32 PMBarkur

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.

Ongole to Udupi: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Ongole to Udupi is about 806 km by road, roughly 16.1 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 806 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹31,274 · Ertiga ₹39,737 · Innova ₹41,430 · Innova Crysta ₹51,143 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹70,204
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹890 · AC Seater ₹1,450 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,290 · AC Sleeper ₹1,850 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,310
  • Train: Sleeper ₹510 · Economy ₹840 · Third AC ₹1,160 · Second AC ₹1,640 · First AC ₹2,290

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

  1. Gandikota265 km from Ongole

    Andhra Pradesh

  2. Anantapur360 km from Ongole

    Andhra Pradesh

  3. Chitradurga545 km from Ongole
  4. Shivamogga665 km from Ongole
  5. Horanadu730 km from Ongole

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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
Full 3-day itinerary →

Extend Your Trip

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

Udupi → Sringeri

About 75 km by road

Udupi → Horanadu

About 85 km by road

Udupi → Dharmasthala

About 105 km by road

Udupi → Murudeshwar

About 115 km by road

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