Is Belagavi in Karnataka?

Yes, Belagavi is a major city in northern Karnataka.

How to reach Belagavi from Malkapur?

The best way is by road via NH 48.

Are there trains to Belagavi?

Yes, Belagavi has a railway station, but no direct train from Malkapur.

Yes, NH 48 is a very safe and well-maintained highway.

What is the famous sweet of Belagavi?

Belgaum Kunda is the most famous local sweet.

Belagavi

Bus Driving

Malkapur to Belagavi

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Malkapur to Belagavi (formerly Belgaum) is a relatively short and straightforward trip of about 180 kilometers. You will travel south through the Satara and Kolhapur districts before crossing into Karnataka. The route primarily follows the NH 48, which is a well-maintained four-lane highway. Expect a travel time of 3 to 4 hours by car. This route is heavily used by commercial and private traffic.

Total Distance: 180 km driving distance; 140 km straight-line distance.

Fastest Way

Private car via NH 48, taking 3 hours 30 minutes.

Cheapest Way

MSRTC/KSRTC bus via Karad, costing around 300 INR.

Compare Malkapur to Belagavi Routes

	Bus Direct	Driving Direct
Duration	4 hours 30 mins	3 hours 30 mins
Avg Price	300-600 INR	1500-2500 INR
Operator	KSRTC / MSRTC	Self-drive
Route	Malkapur to Karad, then direct bus to Belagavi.	Malkapur - Karad - Kolhapur - Nipani - Belagavi via NH 48.
Tip	KSRTC buses are very comfortable and frequent on this route.	The highway is excellent; watch out for speed cameras near Kolhapur.

Travel Tips

Highway Tolls
Keep your FASTag active as there are multiple toll plazas on NH 48.
Language
Kannada is the primary language, but Marathi and Hindi are widely understood.
Check Documents
Carry your vehicle registration and insurance documents for the interstate crossing.
Best Time to Start
Start early in the morning to avoid traffic congestion near Kolhapur.
Stay Hydrated
The highway has many good restaurants; stop for refreshments.