Reaching Mangalore from Jamui involves a significant cross-country transit. You can take a train from Jamui to Howrah or Kharagpur, then switch to a train heading towards the Konkan coast. Alternatively, flying from Patna to Mangalore via a layover in Bangalore or Mumbai is the fastest method. The coastal route offers stunning views of the Western Ghats as you approach Mangalore. Expect a travel duration of 42 to 50 hours by rail.
Total Distance: 2250 km by road, 1800 km air distance.
Check for train availability on the Konkan Railway route.
November to February for pleasant coastal weather.