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Pithoragarh to Udupi

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

2460 kmDistance
49.2 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹94,322
Ertiga₹1,20,152
Innova₹1,25,318
Innova Crysta₹1,54,398
Tempo Traveller (12)₹2,13,140

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,710
AC Seater₹4,430
Non-AC Sleeper₹3,940
AC Sleeper₹5,660
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹6,940
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Train
Sleeper₹1,510
Economy₹2,490
Third AC₹3,470
Second AC₹4,950
First AC₹6,920
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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: Pithoragarh to Udupi

2460 km · ~53h 12m · About 49h of driving split over 6 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Pithoragarh

    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. 110 km · 2h 12m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 410

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 560

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 710

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

  7. 110 km · 2h 12m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 820

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 970

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1120

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

  10. 110 km · 2h 12m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1230

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1380

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1530

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

  13. 110 km · 2h 12m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1640

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

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1790

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

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1940

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

  16. 110 km · 2h 12m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 2050

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

  17. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2200

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

  18. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2350

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

  19. 110 km · 2h 12m 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: Pithoragarh to Udupi

2460 km · ~54h 39m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Pithoragarh

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

  2. Pithoragarh → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~820 km

    ~18h 13m|Tentative fare ₹900–₹2,350

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 820)

    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) · ~820 km

    ~18h 13m|Tentative fare ₹900–₹2,350

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1640)

    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) · ~820 km

    ~18h 13m|Tentative fare ₹900–₹2,350

  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: Pithoragarh to Udupi

Nearest railway stations: Kathgodam (about 74 km away) for Pithoragarh, Udupi for Udupi.

No direct train found — best options with a change

2 changes · 53h 16m in total

Kathgodam Dehradun Express#14119 · Express
07:45 PMKathgodam
8h 35m42 stops
04:20 AM+1dDehradun

Change trains at Dehradun — about 1h 40m wait

DEHRADUN - KOCHUVELI SF Express#12288 · Superfast
06:00 AMDehradun
22h191 stops
04:00 AM+1dVadodara Jn

Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 1h 20m wait

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

2 changes · 54h 31m in total

Kathgodam-Jammu Garib Rath Express#12207 · Garib Rath
06:30 PMKathgodam
7h 55m52 stops
02:25 AM+1dAmbala Cant Jn

Change trains at Ambala Cant Jn — about 7h 55m wait

CHANDIGARH - KOCHUVELI Kerala Sampark Kranti Exp#12218 · Sampark Kranti
10:20 AMAmbala Cant Jn
17h 40m176 stops
04:00 AM+1dVadodara Jn

Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 1h 20m wait

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

2 changes · 54h 31m in total

Kathgodam-Jammu Garib Rath Express#12207 · Garib Rath
06:30 PMKathgodam
11h 5m73 stops
05:35 AM+1dJalandhar Cant

Change trains at Jalandhar Cant — about 1h 49m wait

AMRITSAR - KOCHUVELI SF Exp#12484 · Superfast
07:24 AMJalandhar Cant
20h 36m202 stops
04:00 AM+1dVadodara Jn

Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 1h 20m 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.

Pithoragarh to Udupi: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Pithoragarh to Udupi is about 2460 km by road, roughly 49.2 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2460 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹94,322 · Ertiga ₹1,20,152 · Innova ₹1,25,318 · Innova Crysta ₹1,54,398 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,13,140
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,710 · AC Seater ₹4,430 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,940 · AC Sleeper ₹5,660 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹6,940
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,510 · Economy ₹2,490 · Third AC ₹3,470 · Second AC ₹4,950 · First AC ₹6,920

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

  1. Bareilly200 km from Pithoragarh

    Uttar Pradesh

  2. Jhansi635 km from Pithoragarh

    Uttar Pradesh

  3. Narmadapuram1045 km from Pithoragarh

    Madhya Pradesh

  4. Aundha Nagnath1510 km from Pithoragarh

    Maharashtra

  5. Solapur1815 km from Pithoragarh

    Maharashtra

  6. Hubballi2165 km from Pithoragarh

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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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