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Pathankot to Udupi

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

2740 kmDistance
54.8 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹1,04,818
Ertiga₹1,33,588
Innova₹1,39,342
Innova Crysta₹1,71,612
Tempo Traveller (12)₹2,37,160

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹3,010
AC Seater₹4,930
Non-AC Sleeper₹4,380
AC Sleeper₹6,300
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹7,720
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Train
Sleeper₹1,670
Economy₹2,770
Third AC₹3,870
Second AC₹5,510
First AC₹7,700
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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: Pathankot to Udupi

2740 km · ~59h 28m · About 55h of driving split over 7 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Pathankot

    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. 91 km · 1h 50m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 391

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 541

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 691

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

  7. 91 km · 1h 50m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 783

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 933

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1083

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

  10. 91 km · 1h 50m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1174

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1324

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1474

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

  13. 91 km · 1h 50m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1566

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

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1716

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

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1866

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

  16. 91 km · 1h 50m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1957

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

  17. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2107

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

  18. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2257

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

  19. 91 km · 1h 50m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 2349

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

  20. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2499

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

  21. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2649

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

  22. 91 km · 1h 50m 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: Pathankot to Udupi

2740 km · ~60h 51m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Pathankot

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

  2. Pathankot → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~913 km

    ~20h 17m|Tentative fare ₹1,000–₹2,610

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 913)

    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 → change point 2

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~913 km

    ~20h 17m|Tentative fare ₹1,000–₹2,610

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1827)

    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.

  6. change point 2 → Udupi

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~913 km

    ~20h 17m|Tentative fare ₹1,000–₹2,610

  7. 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: Pathankot to Udupi

Nearest railway stations: Chakki Bank for Pathankot, Udupi for Udupi.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 60h 42m in total

Jammu Tawi - Mumbai Bandra (T.) SF Swaraj Express#12472 · Superfast
12:19 PMKathua
23h 46m200 stops
12:05 PM+1dVadodara Jn

Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 17h 15m wait

Hapa-Tirunelveli Express#12998 · Superfast
05:20 AMVadodara Jn
19h 41m135 stops
01:01 AM+1dPadubidri

1 change · 60h 42m in total

Sarvodaya SF Express#12474 · Superfast
12:19 PMKathua
23h 46m200 stops
12:05 PM+1dVadodara Jn

Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 17h 15m wait

Hapa-Tirunelveli Express#12998 · Superfast
05:20 AMVadodara Jn
19h 41m135 stops
01:01 AM+1dPadubidri

1 change · 60h 42m in total

Jammu Tawi - Hapa Sarvodaya SF Express#12476 · Superfast
12:19 PMKathua
23h 46m200 stops
12:05 PM+1dVadodara Jn

Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 17h 15m wait

Hapa-Tirunelveli Express#12998 · Superfast
05:20 AMVadodara Jn
19h 41m135 stops
01:01 AM+1dPadubidri

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.

Pathankot to Udupi: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Pathankot to Udupi is about 2740 km by road, roughly 54.8 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2740 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹1,04,818 · Ertiga ₹1,33,588 · Innova ₹1,39,342 · Innova Crysta ₹1,71,612 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,37,160
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹3,010 · AC Seater ₹4,930 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹4,380 · AC Sleeper ₹6,300 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹7,720
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,670 · Economy ₹2,770 · Third AC ₹3,870 · Second AC ₹5,510 · First AC ₹7,700

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

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Sangrur290 km from Pathankot

    Punjab

  2. Bundi985 km from Pathankot

    Rajasthan

  3. Dhar1400 km from Pathankot

    Madhya Pradesh

  4. Aurangabad1790 km from Pathankot

    Maharashtra

  5. Sangli2235 km from Pathankot

    Maharashtra

  6. Dandeli2465 km from Pathankot

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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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