Tirupati to Chikmagalur: Distance, Route and Travel Time

From Tirupati there is a direct express train to Chikkamagaluru, which makes it one of the easiest long distance trips to us. By road, you can skip Bengaluru city entirely.

Tranquil Terrain is about 491 km from Tirupati by road and the drive takes roughly 9 to 10 hours with breaks. Here is the route we recommend, where to stop and what to keep in mind on the way.

Best road route from Tirupati

The easiest way is via Chikkaballapura, Madhugiri, Chikkanayakanahalli and Kadur.

1. Cross into Karnataka towards Srinivasapura and Chikkaballapura.
2. Continue west through Madhugiri, keeping north of Bengaluru city traffic.
3. Pick up NH69 through Chikkanayakanahalli towards Kadur.
4. From Kadur take NH173 to Chikkamagaluru and then the road towards Hirekolale and Ulluvagilu.

Google Maps works well right up to our gate. Search for “Tranquil Terrain” and save the location before you leave, since mobile network can drop in a few patches on the estate road.

Where to stop on the way

This route skips Bengaluru city completely, which saves a lot of time. Chikkaballapura and Madhugiri are good tea stops. Madhugiri has one of the largest monolith hills in Asia, visible from the road.

By bus

Direct buses from Tirupati to Chikkamagaluru are limited. The easiest plan is an overnight bus to Bengaluru or Mangaluru and then one of the many KSRTC buses from there. Check redBus or the KSRTC website for current options. We can arrange a pick-up from Chikkamagaluru town with advance notice.

By train

The nearest railway station is Chikkamagaluru (CMGR), about 23 km from us. Kadur Junction (around 57 km) and Birur Junction (around 66 km) are on the main Bengaluru to Shivamogga line and have more trains.

Tirupati has a direct express to Chikkamagaluru. It is an overnight journey and lands you in town in the morning. Check IRCTC for current days and timings.

By air

Three airports work for Tranquil Terrain:

• Mangaluru (IXE): about 160 km, 4 hours via the Charmadi Ghat. Good connections from Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru and the Gulf.
• Shivamogga (RQY): about 95 km, roughly 2 hours. At the time of writing it has direct flights from Bengaluru, Chennai, Goa, Hyderabad and Tirupati. Check airline sites for the latest schedule.
• Bengaluru (BLR): about 285 km, 6 hours. The most flights, from every major city in India.

We can arrange an airport taxi on request. Message us with your flight details.

Driving tips for the last stretch

• The final 20 km from Chikkamagaluru town towards Hirekolale and Ulluvagilu is a narrower road with bends. Take it slow, especially after dark.
• In the monsoon (June to September) expect fog in the evenings. Use low beams and keep the windows slightly open to stop the glass misting up.
• Mobile data can be patchy near the estate. Download the map offline and keep our number handy.
• If you plan to visit Mullayanagiri, book a vehicle slot online in advance. Vehicles without a booking are stopped at the Kaimara check-post.