Comparison

Bangalore to Mangalore — Flight vs Train vs Drive

Updated June 25, 2026 | 4 min read

Bangalore to Mangalore is just 350 km — so is the 45-minute flight worth it, or should you take the scenic train through the Western Ghats?

Head-to-Head Comparison

Factor	✈️ Flight	🚂 Train	🚗 Drive
Travel Time	45 min air	7-8 hours	5-6 hours
Door-to-Door	4-5 hours total	8-9 hours	5-6 hours
Cost	₹3,000-₹5,000	₹300-₹800	₹1,500-₹2,500
Scenic Value	Limited	⭐ Western Ghats!	Good (Shiradi Ghat)

✈️ Fly if: Business trip, tight schedule, fare under ₹3,500
🚂 Train if: You want the STUNNING Ghat section — 58 tunnels, waterfalls, forests
🚗 Drive if: Group of 3-4, want flexibility, enjoy mountain roads