There are 4 ways to get from Mangalore to Jog Falls by train, taxi, bus or car
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Recommended option
Train, taxi • 3h 43m
Cheapest option
Bus, taxi • 4h 14m
2 alternative options
Taxi • 2h 53m
Drive • 2h 53m
Questions & Answers
The cost-effective way to get from Mangalore to Jog Falls is to drive, which costs ₹2,000 - ₹3,000 and takes 2h 53m.
The quickest way to get from Mangalore to Jog Falls is to taxi which costs ₹5,500 - ₹7,000 and takes 2h 53m.
The distance between Mangalore and Jog Falls is 146 km. The road distance is 213.9 km.
The best way to get from Mangalore to Jog Falls without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 43m and costs ₹2,700 - ₹4,000.
It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Mangalore to Jog Falls, including transfers.
Yes, the driving distance between Mangalore to Jog Falls is 214 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Mangalore to Jog Falls.

- Distance: 145.8 km
- Duration: 3h 43m
What companies run services between Mangalore, India and Jog Falls, India?
There is no direct connection from Mangalore to Jog Falls. However, you can take the taxi to Surathkal, take the train to Bhatkal, then take the taxi to Jog Falls. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Kollur then take the taxi to Jog Falls.

India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 14646
- care@irctc.co.in
- Website
- indianrail.gov.in
Train from Surathkal to Bhatkal
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- ₹120 - ₹750
- Website
- https://www.irctc.co.in
- Book at
- https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
- Sleeper Class
- ₹120 - ₹160
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹420 - ₹550
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹550 - ₹750

- rsnksrtc@kerala.gov.in
- Website
- online.keralartc.com
Bus from Mangalore to Kollur
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 52m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹190 - ₹270
- Schedules at
- online.keralartc.com
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- Estimated price
- ₹2,200 - ₹2,700
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