Bus
Travelling from Bangalore to Manipal overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is
the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.
Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Bangalore and Manipal
Bharath Motors, Bharathi Tourist, Bharathi Travels, Disha Tours, Durgamba Motors, Green Line Holidays, Ideal Travels, Orange Tours, Pragathi Tourist, Sai Durga Transport, Sea Bird Tourist, Sri Durga Tourist, Sri Durgamba Travels, Sri Navadurga Prasad, Sri Sai Logistics, SRS Travels, Sugama Tourist, Vijay Lines, Vishal Tourist Route No M, VRL Travels
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to
sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.
Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.