260 km · 5 – 6 hours
Bangalore to Coorg Cab
260 km · ~5.5 hours via NH275 through Mysuru
Bangalore to Coorg (Madikeri) distance and drive time
Bangalore to Coorg (Madikeri) is approximately 260 km by road, one way, and takes about 5 – 6 hours to drive via Bengaluru–Mysuru Expressway, then NH275 via Hunsur to Madikeri.
- Distance (one way)
- 260 km
- Round trip
- ~520 km
- Drive time
- 5 – 6 hours
- Tolls (approx.)
- ₹350–500 one way
Planning the trip rather than just checking the distance? We run this route with chauffeur-driven cars, tempo travellers and coaches — get a quote for your dates.
Bangalore to Coorg is Karnataka's premier coffee-country weekend escape. 260 km through Mysuru and the Hunsur plains before the Western Ghats climb into Madikeri at 1,200 metres. The last 40 km is beautiful ghat driving past coffee estates and pepper plantations.
Route description
Expressway to Mysuru (145 km, 3 hours), then NH275 west through Hunsur and Kushalnagar. The ghat climb starts at Kushalnagar — winding but well-maintained. Madikeri is the main hill town; many visitors stay on coffee estates around Somwarpet, Virajpet or Pollibetta. Transfers to estates add 30-60 minutes.
Stops and attractions en route
- Mysuru(145 km from Bangalore)
Breakfast halt; optional 2-hour Palace stop.
- Kushalnagar(220 km from Bangalore)
Coorg entry; Dubare elephant camp is 10 km detour.
- Madikeri (Coorg)(260 km from Bangalore)
Hotel or estate drop — Raja's Seat, Abbey Falls, Orange County.
How Outstation Pricing Works
- •Per-KM rate — varies by vehicle type and city of pickup
- •Minimum 300 KMs per calendar day
- •Driver allowance charged per day
- •Night halt allowance — if vehicle retained overnight
- •Toll, parking, and interstate taxes — at actuals
- •GST at 5% on invoice
All outstation trips are round-trip by default — billed garage to garage. Even if you drop one side only, return kilometers are included in the calculation. One-way drop service is available from select cities at different rates.
Worked example: A 2-day trip covering 260 km one side (520 km round trip) is billed as the higher of actual kilometers or 600 KMs (2 days × 300 KM minimum), plus 2 days of driver allowance, plus tolls/parking at actuals, plus 5% GST. Contact us for a specific quote.
Trip Summary
- Distance (one side): 260 km
- Round trip distance: ~520 km
- Estimated driving time: 5 – 6 hours
- Highway: Bengaluru–Mysuru Expressway, then NH275 via Hunsur to Madikeri
- Stops en route: Mysuru, Kushalnagar, Madikeri (Coorg)
Vehicle Options for This Route
- Sedan (Dzire / Etios)4 passengers + 2 bagsEconomical choice for 2-3 travellers
- Premium Sedan (Honda City / Ciaz)4 passengers + 2 bagsFor executives preferring a quieter cabin
- SUV (Innova Crysta / Ertiga)6 passengers + 3 bagsFamily and small groups; preferred for long highway drives
- Tempo Traveller12 passengers + luggageGroup travel — recommend for 7+ passengers
Final vehicle assignment and rate is confirmed once you share travel dates and pickup city.
Get Your Exact Quote
Share your dates and vehicle preference — we respond within an hour with a written, itemised quote for Bangalore to Coorg (Madikeri).
Frequently asked questions
How far is Coorg (Madikeri) from Bangalore?
Bangalore to Coorg (Madikeri) is approximately 260 km by road, one way — about 520 km for the round trip. The usual route is Bengaluru–Mysuru Expressway, then NH275 via Hunsur to Madikeri.
How long does it take to drive from Bangalore to Coorg (Madikeri)?
Roughly 5 – 6 hours of driving for the 260 km, excluding meal and tea halts. Allow extra during weekend peaks, festival traffic and monsoon ghat sections.
Which route connects Bangalore and Coorg (Madikeri)?
Bengaluru–Mysuru Expressway, then NH275 via Hunsur to Madikeri.
What are the toll charges from Bangalore to Coorg (Madikeri)?
Tolls are approximately ₹350–500 one way. Tolls, parking and any interstate permit charges are billed at actuals on your invoice rather than estimated in advance.
What is the best time to leave Bangalore for Coorg (Madikeri)?
Early morning (6:00 AM) for a mid-afternoon arrival
Is a one-way drop available from Bangalore to Coorg (Madikeri)?
Outstation trips from Bangalore are billed as round trips by default, garage to garage, so return kilometres are included even if you travel one side only. One-way drop is available from selected cities — ask us for Bangalore.
What does a Bangalore to Coorg (Madikeri) cab cost?
Pricing depends on vehicle class, trip duration and pickup city, so we quote per enquiry rather than publishing a rate card. Billing is per kilometre with a 300 km minimum per calendar day, plus driver allowance, plus tolls and parking at actuals, plus 5% GST. Send your dates and passenger count for a firm quote.
Should we stay in Madikeri town or on a coffee estate?
For first-time Coorg visitors, a coffee estate stay (Orange County, Tamara, Taj Vivanta) is the experience. Madikeri town itself is compact with Raja's Seat and Abbey Falls as the main attractions. Estates are 30-60 minutes drive from town — your cab stays with you throughout.
Can we combine Coorg with Wayanad?
Yes — Wayanad (Kerala) is 100 km south (3 hours via Gonikoppal and Kutta). A 2-state Karnataka-Kerala hill circuit is a common extension. Note: inter-state permit applies but is handled at our cost.
When is the best season?
October to March — post-monsoon greenery, coffee flowering (February-March), and pleasant days. Monsoon (June-September) is lush but the ghat is slow in heavy rain. Summer is pleasant at hill-elevation but the plains approach is hot.
How is the outstation fare calculated?
Outstation trips are billed per kilometer with a minimum of 300 KMs per calendar day. The per-km rate depends on your vehicle type and city of pickup. Driver allowance is charged per day. Toll, parking, interstate taxes, and GST at 5% are added at actuals. Contact us for an exact quote for your dates.
Is this a one-way or round-trip rate?
All outstation bookings are round-trip — billed garage to garage. Even for a one-side drop, return kilometers are included. We do offer one-way drop service from select cities at different rates — ask us for availability.
What is included in the fare?
The base fare covers vehicle hire (per-km rate × total kilometers) and driver allowance. Toll charges, parking fees, interstate permit taxes, and GST at 5% are charged at actuals and itemized on your invoice.
How are days counted?
Calendar days — Day 1 starts when the vehicle departs from our garage. Each calendar day carries a minimum of 300 KMs. For example, a 3-day trip has a minimum billing of 900 KMs regardless of actual distance covered.
What is driver allowance and night halt?
Driver allowance is a daily charge covering the driver's meals and incidentals during outstation duty. Night halt is an additional charge when the vehicle is retained overnight. Both vary by city — contact us for specifics.
What vehicles are available for outstation?
We offer sedans (Swift Dzire, Toyota Etios), SUVs (Innova, Ertiga), premium sedans (Honda City, Ciaz), tempo travellers, and buses. Availability varies by city.