Is Mysuru near Bengaluru?

Yes, it is about 140 km from Bengaluru.

Yes, Mysuru has a domestic airport with limited connectivity.

Yes, Mysuru is considered one of the safest cities in India.

What is the best food?

Mysore Masala Dosa and Mysore Pak are must-try items.

How to reach from Kerala?

The best way is via train to Bengaluru and then connecting transport.

Mysuru

Train Bus

Vamanapuram to Mysuru

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Vamanapuram to the royal city of Mysuru involves a transit through Thiruvananthapuram and Bengaluru. You will cover approximately 700 km. The most common route is taking a train to Bengaluru and then a connecting train or bus to Mysuru. The final leg from Bengaluru to Mysuru is well-connected by the Vande Bharat Express. Expect a total travel time of 16 to 18 hours.

Total Distance: 700 km by road, 550 km straight-line.

Fastest Way

Train to Bengaluru, then Vande Bharat Express to Mysuru.

Cheapest Way

Train from Thiruvananthapuram to Bengaluru, then local bus to Mysuru.

Compare Vamanapuram to Mysuru Routes

	Train Connecting	Bus Connecting
Duration	17 hours	18 hours
Avg Price	1500-4000 INR	1800-3000 INR
Operator	Indian Railways	KSRTC (Karnataka)
Route	Thiruvananthapuram - Bengaluru - Mysuru.	Thiruvananthapuram - Bengaluru - Mysuru via NH 275.
Tip	The Bengaluru-Mysuru section is very fast and frequent.	KSRTC Airavat buses are the most comfortable for the Bengaluru-Mysuru leg.

Travel Tips

Dasara
If visiting during Dasara, book your accommodation months in advance as the city gets crowded.
Transport
Auto-rickshaws are the best way to move within Mysuru; ensure they use the meter.
Food
Try the famous Mysore Pak at Guru Sweets for an authentic taste.
Walking
Mysuru is a very walkable city with wide, clean roads and heritage buildings.
Connectivity
The railway station is centrally located, making it easy to reach hotels.

Safety Tips

Crowds
Be careful in crowded tourist spots like the Palace during peak season.
Water
Drink only bottled or purified water to avoid stomach infections.
Night
The city is generally safe, but avoid walking in the outskirts late at night.
Guides
Only hire government-approved guides at tourist monuments to avoid overcharging.