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Rupnagar to Udupi

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

2559 kmDistance
51.2 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹97,856
Ertiga₹1,24,726
Innova₹1,30,100
Innova Crysta₹1,60,219
Tempo Traveller (12)₹2,21,456

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,810
AC Seater₹4,610
Non-AC Sleeper₹4,090
AC Sleeper₹5,890
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹7,220
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Train
Sleeper₹1,570
Economy₹2,590
Third AC₹3,610
Second AC₹5,150
First AC₹7,200
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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: Rupnagar to Udupi

2559 km · ~55h 11m · About 51h of driving split over 6 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Rupnagar

    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. 127 km · 2h 32m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 427

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 577

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 727

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

  7. 127 km · 2h 32m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 853

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1003

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1153

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

  10. 127 km · 2h 32m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1280

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1430

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1580

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

  13. 127 km · 2h 32m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1706

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

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1856

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

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2006

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

  16. 127 km · 2h 32m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 2133

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

  17. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2283

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

  18. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2433

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

  19. 127 km · 2h 32m 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: Rupnagar to Udupi

2559 km · ~56h 51m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Rupnagar

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

  2. Rupnagar → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~853 km

    ~18h 57m|Tentative fare ₹940–₹2,440

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 853)

    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) · ~853 km

    ~18h 57m|Tentative fare ₹940–₹2,440

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1706)

    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) · ~853 km

    ~18h 57m|Tentative fare ₹940–₹2,440

  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: Rupnagar to Udupi

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

No direct train found — best options with a change

2 changes · 43h 7m in total

Una-New Delhi Janshatabdi#12058 · Jan Shatabdi
05:54 AMKiratpur Sahib
6h 6m49 stops
12:00 PMNew Delhi

Change trains at New Delhi — about 4h 30m wait

Mumbai Rajdhani Express#12952 · Rajdhani
04:30 PMNew Delhi
10h 54m122 stops
03:24 AM+1dVadodara Jn

Change trains at Vadodara Jn — about 1h 56m wait

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

2 changes · 53h 19m in total

Chandigarh-Amritsar Duronto Express#12241 · Duronto
07:42 PMMorinda
3h 33m31 stops
11:15 PMAmritsar Jn

Change trains at Amritsar Jn — about 6h 50m wait

AMRITSAR - KOCHUVELI SF Exp#12484 · Superfast
06:05 AMAmritsar Jn
21h 55m216 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 · 65h 32m in total

NANGAL DAM - KOLKATA CHITPUR Gurumukhi Exp#12326 · Superfast
07:29 AMKiratpur Sahib
12h 31m115 stops
08:00 PMLucknow

Change trains at Lucknow — about 4h 40m wait

Kushinagar Express#11016 · Express
12:40 AMLucknow
26h 41m163 stops
03:21 AM+1dKopar Road

Change trains at Kopar Road — about 8h 22m wait

Hapa-Tirunelveli Express#12998 · Superfast
11:43 AMKopar Road
13h 18m73 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.

Rupnagar to Udupi: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Rupnagar to Udupi is about 2559 km by road, roughly 51.2 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2559 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹97,856 · Ertiga ₹1,24,726 · Innova ₹1,30,100 · Innova Crysta ₹1,60,219 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,21,456
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,810 · AC Seater ₹4,610 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹4,090 · AC Sleeper ₹5,890 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹7,220
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,570 · Economy ₹2,590 · Third AC ₹3,610 · Second AC ₹5,150 · First AC ₹7,200

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

  1. Rohtak300 km from Rupnagar

    Haryana

  2. Sawai Madhopur715 km from Rupnagar

    Rajasthan

  3. Jhalawar925 km from Rupnagar

    Rajasthan

  4. Dhar1220 km from Rupnagar

    Madhya Pradesh

  5. Jalgaon1445 km from Rupnagar

    Maharashtra

  6. Hubballi2265 km from Rupnagar

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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 →

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