How to reach Mysore from Kolkata?

Take a direct train from Howrah or a flight to Bangalore then train/taxi.

Yes, it is a very safe and tourist-friendly city.

Are there direct flights?

Mysore has an airport, but flights from Kolkata are usually connecting.

Comfortable clothes, walking shoes, and a camera.

Mysore

Train

Hindmotor to Mysore

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Hindmotor to Mysore covers approximately 2000 km. You can take a train from Howrah to Mysore, which takes about 35 to 40 hours. Mysore is known as the City of Palaces and is famous for the Mysore Palace. The city is a major cultural and historical center in Karnataka.

Total Distance: 2000 km by road, 1750 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Flight from Kolkata to Bangalore, then a 3-hour taxi or train ride to Mysore.

Cheapest Way

Sleeper class train ticket costing approximately 1300 INR.

Compare Hindmotor to Mysore Routes

Train

Direct

Duration

38 hours

Avg Price

1300 - 4500 INR

Operator

Coromandel Express

Route

Howrah Junction to Mysore Junction.

Book your tickets well in advance as this is a long-distance train.

Travel Tips

Train Booking
Book your train tickets well in advance.
Clothing
Carry light cotton clothes for summer and warm layers for winter.
Local Transport
Use auto-rickshaws to navigate the city.
Food
Try the local Karnataka cuisine, especially 'Mysore Pak' and 'Masala Dosa'.
Weather
Carry a hat and sunscreen if visiting during the day.

Safety Tips

General Safety
Mysore is generally safe, but be cautious of pickpockets in crowded areas.
Emergency
Keep the contact details of your hotel and local emergency services handy.
Health
Drink only bottled water to avoid stomach issues.
Travel Documents
Keep a digital copy of your ID proof on your phone.