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Ranchi to Udupi

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

2046 kmDistance
40.9 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹78,542
Ertiga₹1,00,025
Innova₹1,04,322
Innova Crysta₹1,28,555
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,77,364

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,250
AC Seater₹3,680
Non-AC Sleeper₹3,270
AC Sleeper₹4,710
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹5,780
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Train
Sleeper₹1,260
Economy₹2,080
Third AC₹2,890
Second AC₹4,120
First AC₹5,760
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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: Ranchi to Udupi

2046 km · ~44h 15m · About 41h of driving split over 5 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Ranchi

    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. 109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 409

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 559

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 709

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

  7. 109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 818

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 968

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1118

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

  10. 109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1228

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1378

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1528

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

  13. 109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1637

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

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1787

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

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1937

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

  16. 109 km · 2h 11m 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: Ranchi to Udupi

2046 km · ~45h 27m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Ranchi

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

  2. Ranchi → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~682 km

    ~15h 9m|Tentative fare ₹750–₹1,960

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 682)

    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) · ~682 km

    ~15h 9m|Tentative fare ₹750–₹1,960

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1364)

    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) · ~682 km

    ~15h 9m|Tentative fare ₹750–₹1,960

  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: Ranchi to Udupi

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

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 49h 10m in total

HATIA - YESVANTPUR SF Exp#12835 · Superfast
06:20 PMHatia
34h 40m271 stops
05:00 AM+2dYesvantpur Jn

Change trains at Yesvantpur Jn — about 2h 30m wait

Yesvantpur - Karwar Express#16515 · Express
07:30 AMYesvantpur Jn
12h47 stops
07:30 PMBarkur

1 change · 61h 36m in total

DHANBAD - ALAPPUZHA Exp#13351 · Express
02:25 PMGangaghat
48h 45m349 stops
03:10 PM+2dShoranur Jn

Change trains at Shoranur Jn — about 7h 44m wait

ERNAKULAM - MUM LTT AC Duronto#12224 · Duronto
10:54 PMShoranur Jn
5h 7m66 stops
04:01 AM+1dBarkur

1 change · 64h 34m in total

DHANBAD - ALAPPUZHA Exp#13351 · Express
02:25 PMGangaghat
48h 45m349 stops
03:10 PM+2dShoranur Jn

Change trains at Shoranur Jn — about 9h 57m wait

ERNAKULAM - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Duronto Exp#12283 · Duronto
01:07 AMShoranur Jn
5h 52m66 stops
06:59 AMBarkur

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.

Ranchi to Udupi: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Ranchi to Udupi is about 2046 km by road, roughly 40.9 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2046 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹78,542 · Ertiga ₹1,00,025 · Innova ₹1,04,322 · Innova Crysta ₹1,28,555 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,77,364
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,250 · AC Seater ₹3,680 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,270 · AC Sleeper ₹4,710 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹5,780
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,260 · Economy ₹2,080 · Third AC ₹2,890 · Second AC ₹4,120 · First AC ₹5,760

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

Want the full Udupi guide?

Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Udupi.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Jharsuguda280 km from Ranchi

    Odisha

  2. Pandavula Gutta1050 km from Ranchi

    Telangana

  3. Telangana

  4. Mahabubnagar1380 km from Ranchi

    Telangana

  5. Ballari1650 km from Ranchi
  6. Davanagere1815 km from Ranchi

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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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Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Udupi trip and see the full Ranchi → 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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