How to travel from Rishikesh to Mangalore, India

The distance between Rishikesh and Mangalore is around 1,985km (1,233 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Rishikesh to Mangalore by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out MangaloreRishikesh if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Dehra Dun (DED) to Mangalore (IXE).

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Flight time3hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹20,295($255)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

💰 Cheapest
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train
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Train

Take the train to Mangalore Jn.

  • Duration1 day 17h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,435($18)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus

Take the bus to Udaipur, Surat then Mumbai Borivali(E) and then to Mangaluru VRL Main Office PVS Kodiyal Bail.

  • Duration2 days 11h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹7,165($90)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Mangalore.

  • Duration1 day 9h
  • Distance2,363km (1,468 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Rishikesh and Mangalore

There are several options for getting from Rishikesh to Mangalore by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,435 ($18) and will take around 1 day 17h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹20,295 ($255).

The distance between Rishikesh and Mangalore is around 1,985km (1,233 miles).

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Rishikesh and Mangalore by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 9h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Rishikesh to Mangalore is to fly which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx ₹20,295 ($255).

The cheapest way to travel between Rishikesh and Mangalore, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,435 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Rishikesh and Mangalore. It typically takes around 1 day 17h and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Rishikesh to Mangalore. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Mangalore Jn. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 17h.

Indian Railways run train services between Rishikesh and Mangalore. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 17h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Rishikesh and Mangalore. It typically takes around 2 days 11h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Rishikesh to Mangalore. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Haridwar, Udaipur, Surat, Surat Bus Stand, Mumbai Borivali(E), Borivali Phatak and Mumbai Borivali {W} Gokul Hotel Near Chamunda Circle. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 2 days 11h.

RSRTC, Purple Bus and Vijayanand Travels run regular bus services between Rishikesh and Mangalore. Buses run once daily and take around 2 days 11h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Rishikesh and Mangalore. Flights depart from Dehra Dun (DED) and arrive at Mangalore (IXE) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 3hrs.

There is no direct flight from Rishikesh to Mangalore. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 3h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Rishikesh to Mangalore typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from Dehra Dun (DED) and and arrive into Mangalore (IXE).

The closest major airport to Mangalore is Mangalore Airport (IXE) (IXE) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Mangalore. Kannur International Airport (CNN) (CNN) and Mysore Airport (MYQ) (MYQ) 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 Rishikesh and Mangalore. The distance is around 2,363km (1,468 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 9h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Rishikesh to Mangalore is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ₹20,295 ($255).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Rishikesh and Mangalore

Transport options from Rishikesh to Mangalore
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 20m
₹20,295($255)
on demand1,985km (1,233 miles)
Train
1 day 17h
₹1,435($18)
once a week2,495km (1,551 miles)
Bus
2 days 11h
₹7,165($90)
once daily2,621km (1,628 miles)
Drive
1 day 9h
₹22,205($280)
on demand2,363km (1,468 miles)

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Airports near Mangalore

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

IXE
Mangalore Airport (IXE)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Mangalore
CNN
Kannur International Airport (CNN)
International Airport
Distance
131km (81 miles) from Mangalore
MYQ
Mysore Airport (MYQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
209km (130 miles) from Mangalore