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Shivamogga to Kasaragod

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Shivamogga, Karnataka to Kasaragod, Kerala.

222 kmDistance
4.4 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹11,710
Ertiga₹14,860
Innova₹15,490
Innova Crysta₹19,140
Tempo Traveller (12)₹26,200

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹240
AC Seater₹400
Non-AC Sleeper₹360
AC Sleeper₹510
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹670
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Train
Sleeper₹160
Economy₹250
Third AC₹340
Second AC₹470
First AC₹650
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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: Shivamogga to Kasaragod

222 km · ~4h 46m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Shivamogga

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest & refuel near Dharmasthala

    About 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.

  3. 72 km · 1h 26m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Kasaragod

    Kasaragod, Kerala

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: Shivamogga to Kasaragod

222 km · ~4h 56m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Shivamogga

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

  2. Shivamogga → Kasaragod

    AC Seater / Volvo · ~222 km

    ~4h 56m|Tentative fare ₹240–₹670

  3. Arrive in Kasaragod

    Kasaragod, Kerala

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Shivamogga to Kasaragod

Nearest railway stations: Shimoga Town for Shivamogga, Kasaragod for Kasaragod.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 17h 36m in total

Talaguppa Mysore Intercity Express#16205 · Express
04:26 PMHarnahalli
3h 44m15 stops
08:10 PMHassan Junction

Change trains at Hassan Junction — about 5h 30m wait

Yeshvantapur-Kannur Express#16517 · Express
01:40 AMHassan Junction
8h 22m23 stops
10:02 AMBekal Fort

1 change · 23h 32m in total

Shimoga Mysore Passenger#56269 · Passenger
10:30 AMShimoga Town
3h 28m14 stops
01:58 PMHassan Junction

Change trains at Hassan Junction — about 11h 42m wait

Yeshvantapur-Kannur Express#16517 · Express
01:40 AMHassan Junction
8h 22m23 stops
10:02 AMBekal Fort

1 change · 27h 42m in total

Shimoga-Bangalore City InterCity#16202 · Express
06:20 AMShimoga Town
5h 29m38 stops
11:49 AMYesvantpur Jn

Change trains at Yesvantpur Jn — about 8h 46m wait

Yeshvantapur-Kannur Express#16517 · Express
08:35 PMYesvantpur Jn
13h 27m52 stops
10:02 AM+1dBekal Fort

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.

Shivamogga to Kasaragod: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Shivamogga to Kasaragod is about 222 km by road, roughly 4.4 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 222 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹11,710 · Ertiga ₹14,860 · Innova ₹15,490 · Innova Crysta ₹19,140 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹26,200
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹240 · AC Seater ₹400 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹360 · AC Sleeper ₹510 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹670
  • Train: Sleeper ₹160 · Economy ₹250 · Third AC ₹340 · Second AC ₹470 · First AC ₹650

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

  1. Sringeri85 km from Shivamogga

    Karnataka

Hotels in Kasaragod

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Things to Do in Kasaragod

Madhur Temple walk

Start from Karandakkatt junction near the new bus station. Turn east on Madhur road.

Paravanadukkam Walk

Start from Press Club junction. Proceed to Kanhangad road, cross the Chandragiri river on the bridge and turn left after the Maruthi car showroom to Chemnad road.

Rajayoga @ Brahmakumaris

Free Sattvic food, lecture sessions, very tastefully furnished meditation halls.

Riverside walk @ Pulikunnu

If you are looking for a short riverside walk inside the city, start down the hill from Muncipal Town Hall near the Government Guest House. Take the road on the right…

Trekking @ Sullia Road

Beautiful views of the valley in lush green surroundings. Another added attraction is that this road is undiscovered by tourists.

Village Tour

Take a bus from Kumbla to Badiadukka. Many scenic villages on the way.

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Suggested Kasaragod Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kasaragod

  • Travel from Shivamogga to Kasaragod (about 4.4 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Chandragiri Fort

Day 2Explore Kasaragod

  • Visit Bekal Fort
  • Visit Ananthapura Lake Temple
  • Visit Valiyaparamba Backwaters

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Madhur Temple
  • Head back to Shivamogga
Suggested from Kasaragod's top sights.

Extend Your Trip

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