The journey from Shimoga to Port Blair covers approximately 2500 km. The most practical way is to travel to Bangalore or Chennai and then take a flight to Port Blair. The journey takes about 10 to 12 hours. You will pass through diverse landscapes of the Deccan and the Bay of Bengal.
Total Distance: 2500 km by road/sea, 2000 km air distance.
Book your flight from Bangalore to Port Blair well in advance.
October to March for pleasant weather.