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Udupi to Kanchipuram

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Udupi, Karnataka to Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu.

702 kmDistance
14 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹24,355
Ertiga₹30,989
Innova₹32,316
Innova Crysta₹39,850
Tempo Traveller (12)₹54,871

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹770
AC Seater₹1,260
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,120
AC Sleeper₹1,610
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹2,020
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Train
Sleeper₹450
Economy₹730
Third AC₹1,010
Second AC₹1,430
First AC₹2,000
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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: Udupi to Kanchipuram

702 km · ~15h 22m · About 14h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Udupi

    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. 51 km · 1h 1m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 351

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 501

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 651

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

  7. 51 km · 1h 1m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Kanchipuram

    Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu

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: Udupi to Kanchipuram

702 km · ~15h 36m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Udupi

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

  2. Udupi → Kanchipuram

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~702 km

    ~15h 36m|Tentative fare ₹770–₹2,020

  3. Arrive in Kanchipuram

    Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu

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

By Train: Udupi to Kanchipuram

Nearest railway stations: Udupi for Udupi, Kanchipuram East for Kanchipuram.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 41h 47m in total

Tirunelveli - Hapa (Biweekly) SF Express#12997 · Superfast
09:19 PMPadubidri
14h 24m73 stops
11:43 AM+1dKopar Road

Change trains at Kopar Road — about 1h 16m wait

MUMBAI CST - NAGERCOIL Balaji Exp#16351 · Express
12:59 PMKopar Road
26h 7m179 stops
03:06 PM+1dPazhaya Seevaram

1 change · 41h 56m in total

Kochuveli-Dehradun Weekly Express#12287 · Superfast
09:10 PMPadubidri
14h 26m73 stops
11:36 AM+1dKopar Road

Change trains at Kopar Road — about 1h 23m wait

MUMBAI CST - NAGERCOIL Balaji Exp#16351 · Express
12:59 PMKopar Road
26h 7m179 stops
03:06 PM+1dPazhaya Seevaram

1 change · 42h 44m in total

Hapa-Tirunelveli Express#12998 · Superfast
11:43 PMBarkur
15h 55m137 stops
03:38 PM+1dNagercoil Jn

Change trains at Nagercoil Jn — about 13h 2m wait

NAGERCOIL - MUMBAI CST Balaji Exp#16352 · Express
04:40 AMNagercoil Jn
13h 47m104 stops
06:27 PMTirumalpur

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.

Udupi to Kanchipuram: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Udupi to Kanchipuram is about 702 km by road, roughly 14 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 702 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹24,355 · Ertiga ₹30,989 · Innova ₹32,316 · Innova Crysta ₹39,850 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹54,871
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹770 · AC Seater ₹1,260 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,120 · AC Sleeper ₹1,610 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,020
  • Train: Sleeper ₹450 · Economy ₹730 · Third AC ₹1,010 · Second AC ₹1,430 · First AC ₹2,000

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

  1. Sringeri70 km from Udupi

    Karnataka

  2. Sakleshpur150 km from Udupi

    Karnataka

  3. Hassan195 km from Udupi

    Karnataka

  4. Bangalore405 km from Udupi

    Andhra Pradesh

  5. Kolar475 km from Udupi

    Karnataka

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Things to Do in Kanchipuram

Attend the Kamakshi Amman Temple Rituals

Immerse yourself in the powerful atmosphere of Shaktism. Witness the elaborate pujas, hear the resonant chanting of the Vedas, and seek the blessings of Goddess…

1-2 hours

Explore the Ekambareswarar Temple Complex

Marvel at the 59-meter-tall rajagopuram, one of the tallest in South India. Walk through the vast corridors, admire the thousand-pillared hall, and pay respects at the…

2-3 hours

Admire the Kailasanathar Temple's Ancient Art

Step back in time to the 8th century at this Pallava masterpiece. The sandstone structure is adorned with exquisite carvings of deities and mythological scenes. Unlike…

1 hour

Witness the Grandeur of Varadaraja Perumal Temple

Visit one of the holiest Vaishnavite shrines. Be awed by the magnificent 100-pillared hall with its intricately carved pillars and the legendary stone chain. The…

1-2 hours

Visit a Kanjivaram Silk Weaving Center

Go behind the scenes of the world-famous Kanjivaram silk industry. Watch skilled artisans at work on traditional wooden looms, learn about the intricate process of…

1-2 hours

Take a Heritage Walk Through the Temple Town

Join a guided walking tour to discover the lesser-known temples and historical sites that dot the city. Learn about the Pallava, Chola, and Vijayanagara influences on…

2-3 hours

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Suggested Kanchipuram Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Morning darshan at Kamakshi Amman Temple
  • Explore Ekambareswarar Temple and its sacred mango tree
  • Visit Kailasanathar Temple

Day 2Day 2

  • Morning darshan at Varadaraja Perumal Temple
  • Explore Vaikunta Perumal Temple
  • Visit Kanchipuram Silk Weaving Centres

Day 3Day 3

  • Morning visit to Kumarakottam Temple
  • Guided tour of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham
  • Leisure time at Ekambareswarar Temple
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