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Udupi to Sakleshpur

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

158 kmDistance
3.2 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹6,141
Ertiga₹7,800
Innova₹8,131
Innova Crysta₹10,040
Tempo Traveller (12)₹13,772

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹170
AC Seater₹280
Non-AC Sleeper₹250
AC Sleeper₹360
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹490
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Train
Sleeper₹120
Economy₹190
Third AC₹250
Second AC₹350
First AC₹470
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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 Sakleshpur

158 km · ~3h 10m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Udupi

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

  2. 158 km · 3h 10m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Sakleshpur

    Sakleshpur, 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: Udupi to Sakleshpur

158 km · ~3h 31m · 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 → Sakleshpur

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~158 km

    ~3h 31m|Tentative fare ₹170–₹490

  3. Arrive in Sakleshpur

    Sakleshpur, 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: Udupi to Sakleshpur

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

Direct trains

Karwar-Yeshvantpur Express#16516 · Express
08:30 AMUdupi
5h 34m15 stops
02:04 PMDonigal

Other options with a change

1 change · 8h 58m in total

MUM LTT - ERNAKULAM AC Duronto#12223 · Duronto
07:17 AMBarkur
38m5 stops
07:55 AMMulki

Change trains at Mulki — about 1h 32m wait

Karwar-Yeshvantpur Express#16516 · Express
09:27 AMMulki
6h 48m15 stops
04:15 PMAlur Halt

1 change · 10h 51m in total

MUMBAI LTT - MANGALORE CENT Matsyagandha Exp#12619 · Superfast
05:24 AMBarkur
1h 49m8 stops
07:13 AMMangalore Jn

Change trains at Mangalore Jn — about 3h 42m wait

Karwar-Yeshvantpur Express#16516 · Express
10:55 AMMangalore Jn
5h 20m12 stops
04:15 PMAlur Halt

1 change · 11h 45m in total

DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - ERNAKULAM Duronto Exp#12284 · Duronto
04:30 AMBarkur
42m5 stops
05:12 AMMulki

Change trains at Mulki — about 4h 15m wait

Karwar-Yeshvantpur Express#16516 · Express
09:27 AMMulki
6h 48m15 stops
04:15 PMAlur Halt

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 Sakleshpur: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Udupi to Sakleshpur is about 158 km by road, roughly 3.2 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 158 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹6,141 · Ertiga ₹7,800 · Innova ₹8,131 · Innova Crysta ₹10,040 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,772
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹170 · AC Seater ₹280 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹250 · AC Sleeper ₹360 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹490
  • Train: Sleeper ₹120 · Economy ₹190 · Third AC ₹250 · Second AC ₹350 · First AC ₹470

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

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Things to Do in Sakleshpur

Trek the Green Route

Walk along the decommissioned railway line from Sakleshpur to Donigal, passing through 20+ hand-cut tunnels and over the iconic curved iron bridge. This heritage trail…

Full day (6-8 hours)

Explore Manjarabad Fort

Climb the hill to the star-shaped fort built by Tipu Sultan in 1792. Walk along its ramparts, explore the underground chambers, and soak in panoramic views of the…

2-3 hours

Visit Bisle Ghat Viewpoint

Drive to the Bisle Reserve Forest viewpoint, which offers stunning views of the Kumara Parvatha and Pushpagiri peaks. It's a peaceful spot for photography and nature…

Half day

Trek Jenukal Gudda

Embark on a trek through coffee estates and shola forests to the summit of Jenukal Gudda. The peak is named after wild rock-bee hives, and the summit offers a…

4-5 hours

Visit Magajahalli Falls

Take a short walk through plantations to reach this modest waterfall, which becomes a fuller cascade during the monsoon. It's a great spot for a picnic and a refreshing…

2-3 hours

Coffee Estate Stay

Stay in a traditional coffee estate bungalow, where you can enjoy guided plantation walks, learn about coffee processing, and savor freshly brewed coffee with local…

Overnight or longer

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Suggested Sakleshpur Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Check in and relax at a coffee estate homestay
  • Explore Manjarabad Fort (eight-pointed star fort, 1792)
  • Walk through coffee and pepper estates with your host

Day 2Day 2

  • Morning trek on the Green Route (old railway line, tunnels, iron bridge)
  • Picnic lunch near the railway track
  • Drive to Bisle Ghat viewpoint (inside Bisle Reserve Forest)

Day 3Day 3

  • Sunrise trek up Jenukal Gudda (rock-bee cliffs)
  • Descend and return to homestay for breakfast
  • Visit Magajahalli Falls (coffee and cardamom plantations)
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Extend Your Trip

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