Travel overview
How to Get to Chikmagalur
By air
Mangaluru is the nearest major airport, while Bengaluru is the common gateway for broader national connectivity and a longer road trip.
By train
Chikmagalur has limited rail connectivity; Kadur is the most practical nearby railhead for many routes, with Hassan another option.
By bus and road
KSRTC and private buses connect Chikmagalur with Bengaluru, Mangaluru, Hassan and Mysuru. Estate stays often need a pre-arranged last-mile transfer.
Always use the terminal and boarding point printed on the latest ticket; similarly named stations can be far apart.