Bus
Travelling from Bangalore to Manipal overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is
the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.
Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Bangalore and Manipal
Bharath Motors, Bharathi Tourist, Bharathi Travels, Disha Tours, Durgamba Motors, Green Line Holidays, Orange Tours, Pragathi Tourist, Sea Bird Tourist, Sri Durga Tourist, Sri Durgamba Travels, Sri Navadurga Prasad, Sri Sai Logistics, SRS Travels, Sugama Tourist, Vishal Tourist Route No M, Vishal Travels
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to
sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.
Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
