How to travel from Kanpur to Hampi, India

The distance between Kanpur and Hampi is around 1,507km (936 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4hrs.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Kanpur to Hampi by plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Kanpur (KNU) to Vidyanagar (VDY).

  • Duration4hrs
  • Flight time3h 20m
  • Typical cost
    ₹11,460($145)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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3 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Jhansi Jn and then to Hospet Jn.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,670($21)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Hampi.

  • Duration22h 30m
  • Distance1,573km (977 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kanpur and Hampi

There are several options for getting from Kanpur to Hampi by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,670 ($21) and will take around 1 day 8h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹11,460 ($145).

The distance between Kanpur and Hampi is around 1,507km (936 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,300km (808 miles)

It takes around 4hrs to get from Kanpur and Hampi by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 22h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kanpur to Hampi is to fly which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx ₹11,460 ($145).

The cheapest way to travel between Kanpur and Hampi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,670 ($21) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kanpur and Hampi. It typically takes around 1 day 8h and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Kanpur to Hampi. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Jhansi Jn and Hospet Jn. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 8h.

Indian Railways run train services between Kanpur and Hampi. Trains depart 5 times a week and will take around 1 day 8h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kanpur and Hampi. We recommend that you fly from Kanpur (KNU) to Vidyanagar (VDY). instead which will take 4hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kanpur and Hampi. Flights depart from Kanpur (KNU) and arrive at Vidyanagar (VDY) - via Bengaluru (BLR). The flight takes around 3h 20m.

There is no direct flight from Kanpur to Hampi. There is however a flight that goes via Bengaluru (BLR). This services will take at least 4hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Kanpur to Hampi typically takes around 3h 20m. Flights depart from Kanpur (KNU) and and arrive into Vidyanagar (VDY).

The closest major airport to Hampi is Hubli Airport (HBX) (HBX) which is approximately 147km (92 miles) from Hampi. Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) (BLR) and Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) (HYD) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Kanpur and Hampi. The distance is around 1,573km (977 miles) by road and it will take around 22h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kanpur to Hampi is to fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around ₹11,460 ($145).

How do I get from Kanpur to Hampi

Compare travel optionsbetween Kanpur and Hampi

Transport options from Kanpur to Hampi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
4hrs
₹11,460($145)
on demand1,788km (1,111 miles)
Train and Plane4h 55m
₹10,825($135)
hourly1,507km (936 miles)
Train to Lucknow, plane12h 20m
₹9,550($120)
6 times a week1,902km (1,182 miles)
Plane and Train12h 55m
₹8,435($105)
once daily1,919km (1,192 miles)
Train
1 day 8h
₹1,670($21)
5 times a week1,970km (1,224 miles)
Drive
22h 30m
₹12,735($160)
on demand1,573km (977 miles)

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Airports near Hampi

The following major airports near Hampi offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

HBX
Hubli Airport (HBX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
147km (92 miles) from Hampi
BLR
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
International Airport
Distance
273km (170 miles) from Hampi
HYD
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
International Airport
Distance
298km (185 miles) from Hampi