Bangalore to Mangalore Cab - Your Complete Travel Guide
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Panambur Beach
Panambur Beach is the most frequently visited and best-maintained beach in Mangalore, located close to the New Mangalore Port on the Arabian Sea shore. The beach is wide, clean and well-organised, with a lifeguard presence, a range of water sports including jet skiing, parasailing, banana boat rides and dolphin-watching trips, and enough open space for families to spend a full afternoon without feeling crowded. The International Kite Festival held here in February draws teams from across the world and is one of the more unusual events on the Karnataka coastal calendar. Travellers booking a Bangalore to Mangalore taxi for a beach-focused trip almost universally mention Panambur as the first stop they want to make on arrival, usually pairing it with a sunset view and fresh seafood at the stalls along the beach road. The proximity to the port also gives the beach a distinct working-coastal character, with ships visible in the distance and fishing boats beached along the northern edge in the early mornings.
Panambur Beach
Panambur Beach is the most frequently visited and best-maintained beach in Mangalore, located close to the New Mangalore Port on the Arabian Sea shore. The beach is wide, clean and well-organised, with a lifeguard presence, a range of water sports including jet skiing, parasailing, banana boat rides and dolphin-watching trips, and enough open space for families to spend a full afternoon without feeling crowded. The International Kite Festival held here in February draws teams from across the world and is one of the more unusual events on the Karnataka coastal calendar. Travellers booking a Bangalore to Mangalore taxi for a beach-focused trip almost universally mention Panambur as the first stop they want to make on arrival, usually pairing it with a sunset view and fresh seafood at the stalls along the beach road. The proximity to the port also gives the beach a distinct working-coastal character, with ships visible in the distance and fishing boats beached along the northern edge in the early mornings.
Tannirbhavi Beach
Tannirbhavi Beach sits across the Gurpur River from the main city and is accessible either by road or by a short ferry ride from Sultan Battery, which itself is a popular heritage stop on the riverbank. Compared to Panambur, Tannirbhavi is quieter and more favoured by locals for an unhurried evening walk along the sand, with coconut palms lining the shore and an absence of the commercial activity that picks up on busier beaches during weekends and holidays. The ferry crossing adds a small adventure to the visit and gives travellers a view of the river mouth and the coast that is not possible from the road. Families on a Mangalore tour package from Bangalore who want a contrast to the water sports scene at Panambur often spend an early morning here before the day's sightseeing begins, since the beach faces west and is particularly photogenic at dusk.
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St. Aloysius Chapel
St. Aloysius Chapel, built by Jesuit missionaries in 1880 and situated on Lighthouse Hill in the heart of Mangalore, is often described as the Sistine Chapel of India for the extraordinary frescoes that cover almost every surface of its interior. The paintings were executed by Italian Jesuit artist Antonio Moscheni in 1899 and depict scenes from the life of Christ alongside portraits of saints, all in a richly detailed European baroque style that is genuinely unusual in the Indian context. Art historians, architectural enthusiasts and general tourists alike are consistently struck by the scale and quality of the work, which has been carefully preserved under heritage guidelines. The chapel's campus also offers a view of the Arabian Sea from the hillside, and the surrounding St. Aloysius College buildings add to the heritage atmosphere of the visit. For travellers on a Bangalore to Mangalore cab booking who have only a single day in the city, this chapel is almost always included alongside one beach and one temple to give a balanced picture of what Mangalore offers.
Kadri Manjunath Temple
The Kadri Manjunath Temple, believed to date from the tenth or eleventh century, is one of the oldest and most significant temples in Mangalore, situated at the base of the Kadri hills. The temple is known for housing a bronze idol of Lord Lokeshwara, considered one of the finest surviving examples of early medieval South Indian bronze craftsmanship, and a natural spring known as the Gomukha that feeds nine ponds of different sizes within the temple complex. The temple's architecture reflects a blend of Buddhist and later Hindu influences, which is unusual and historically significant: Buddhism was practised here until the tenth century before the site became the temple it is today. Pilgrims and tourists both include this as a core stop on any Mangalore visit, and the complex is open and welcoming to visitors of all backgrounds. Those arriving on a one way cab Bangalore to Mangalore for a pilgrimage circuit frequently combine this temple with Mangaladevi Temple and Kudroli Gokarnanatheshwara on the same day.
Sultan Battery
Sultan Battery is a watchtower built by Tipu Sultan on the bank of the Gurpur River to monitor and control ship movements into the river mouth, and it is one of the few surviving structures in Mangalore from his period of rule. The battery is constructed from black laterite stone and is compact and fortress-like in appearance, with underground chambers that were used to store gunpowder during Tipu's time and later repurposed by the British as a naval office after the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War. Today it functions as a heritage monument open to visitors, and it also serves as the departure point for the ferry to Tannirbhavi Beach, making it a practical stop that combines history with a river crossing. The views of the Gurpur River from the battery are particularly good in the late afternoon, and the surrounding waterfront has a pleasant, unhurried quality that contrasts with the busier parts of the city.
Kudroli Gokarnanatheshwara Temple
The Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatheshwara Temple, located close to the city centre, is one of Mangalore's most visually striking temples, known for its tall golden gopuram, vibrant festival celebrations and the remarkable accessibility it was built around: the temple was established in the early twentieth century specifically to provide a place of worship open to all communities regardless of caste. The Navarathri celebrations held here each year are among the most elaborate in Karnataka, drawing large crowds for the decorated tableaux and cultural performances that accompany the ten-day festival. The temple's architecture and the gilded finials of its towers are a regular feature on postcards and tourism brochures for Mangalore, and it is one of the most photographed religious sites in the city. Families and group travellers on a Mangalore tour package from Bangalore typically include this temple as part of the first day's city circuit.
Pilikula Nisargadhama
Pilikula Nisargadhama is a large nature and recreation complex about 12 kilometres from the city centre that combines a zoo, a botanical garden, a heritage park, a science centre and a lake with boating facilities within a single wooded campus. It is consistently listed as one of the top family destinations in Mangalore and draws visitors who want a full day of activity rather than a quick visit to a single attraction. The zoo section houses a healthy population of big cats, elephants, primates and reptiles, and the heritage village section includes life-sized reconstructions of traditional Tulu Nadu structures that offer a glimpse into the regional architecture and lifestyle. For travellers booking a Bangalore to Mangalore car rental for a family trip with children, Pilikula is usually scheduled as a dedicated half-day or full-day stop rather than a brief addition to the sightseeing list.
Mangaladevi Temple
The Mangaladevi Temple, dedicated to the goddess after whom the city of Mangalore is named, is both a major pilgrimage site and a historically significant monument that dates back to the ninth century, when it was established during the reign of the Alupa dynasty. The temple sits close to the Bolar fishing harbour, and the approach through the fishing neighbourhood gives the visit a distinctly local feel that is different from the more tourist-oriented parts of the city. Devotees believe the presiding deity Mangaladevi is the protective goddess of the city and the origin of its name, so the temple carries a significance that goes beyond ordinary sightseeing. The structure itself is a good example of Kerala-influenced coastal Karnataka temple architecture with a distinctive roof style, and historians of the region regard it as one of the essential stops for anyone trying to understand Mangalore's early history.
Distance
350 to 370 km
One way
Time
7 to 8 hrs
Via expressway
Starting from
₹ 3500
Per person
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Dzire Swift A/C
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₹10,200
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About the Bangalore-Mangalore route
Bangalore
Where Your Journey Starts
Nelamangala
30 km
Hassan
185 Km
Sakleshpur
300 Km
Mangalore
360 Km
Bangalore
Departure Point
Your journey to Ooty begins from Bangalore, the gateway to South India's most beloved hill stations. Pick-up is available from any part of the city — Koramangala, Electronic City, Whitefield, Hebbal, Yeshwanthpur, Marathahalli, or Majestic. The most common route out of Bangalore takes you onto NH275, the six-lane Mysore Expressway, which is one of the smoothest and best-maintained national highways in Karnataka. An early departure between 5 AM and 6 AM is strongly advised to clear Bangalore city limits before peak traffic begins. The first 50 km on the expressway are fast, comfortable, and lightly trafficked in the early hours, setting a pleasant tone for the journey ahead. Our drivers are experienced in choosing the optimal departure window and route based on real-time traffic conditions, ensuring that the first stretch of your Bangalore to Ooty road trip is efficient, calm, and enjoyable from the very first kilometre.
Nelamangala
Gateway to Bangalore’s Outskirts
The opening stage from Bangalore city to Nelamangala covers around 30 kilometres and functions essentially as the departure from the metropolitan area before the highway opens up for the long run toward the coast. Nelamangala is a busy junction town on the western outskirts of Bangalore where the NH 75 toward Mangalore and the Tumkur road diverge from one another. Most departures on a Bangalore to Mangalore cab booking follow the NH 75 west from here, and many drivers pause in Nelamangala for fuel or a quick breakfast before the next long stretch begins. The town itself has a reasonable selection of highway restaurants and food stalls that open early enough to serve travellers who have departed Bangalore at dawn. Traffic through this section can be significant on weekend mornings and Monday mornings during peak travel season, so the time taken varies from 40 minutes in light conditions to well over an hour during heavy outbound city traffic. Departing before six in the morning on a weekday typically clears Nelamangala in under an hour and makes the rest of the journey significantly easier.
Hassan
Temple Town of Karnataka
The stretch from Nelamangala to Hassan covers roughly 155 additional kilometres and brings the cumulative distance from Bangalore to around 185 kilometres. This is the longest and most consistently comfortable section of the drive, running on a well-maintained dual carriageway through gradually greening countryside that transitions from the dry plateau around Kunigal to the irrigated farmland of the Hassan district. Hassan is one of Karnataka's most significant regional cities, sitting at the centre of the Hoysala heritage circuit that includes Belur and Halebidu, two of the finest medieval temples in the Deccan. Many travellers on a longer Bangalore to Mangalore car rental trip plan a ninety-minute stop at Halebidu or Belur on this stretch, since they are only a short detour from the main highway and add considerable cultural depth to what might otherwise be a purely transit leg. Hassan town itself has good facilities for a lunch break, and several restaurants near the bus stand and main market area serve the regional food of the Malnad region that transitions between the inland plateau and the coastal hills. From Hassan, the road continues southwest toward Sakleshpur as the landscape begins to rise.
Sakleshpur
Scenic Coffee Land
From Hassan, the route climbs steadily toward Sakleshpur over roughly 55 kilometres, with the landscape transitioning from open fields to coffee and cardamom estates as the road gains altitude approaching the Western Ghats. Sakleshpur, a quiet hill town surrounded by mist-covered peaks and dense forest, is a popular stop for a short tea or coffee break and offers some of the most photogenic roadside views on the entire Bangalore to Mangalore route. Beyond Sakleshpur, the highway enters the Bisle reserve forest and begins the famous Shiradi Ghat descent, which is the most dramatic section of the entire journey: the road drops sharply through a series of hairpin bends and dense rainforest canopy, with waterfalls visible along the hillside during and after the monsoon. This is where the character of the drive changes fundamentally, from a straightforward highway run to a winding mountain descent that requires a careful, experienced driver. The road through the ghat section demands full attention, which is one of the clearest reasons why booking a Bangalore to Mangalore taxi with a professional driver is a better option than attempting to drive this stretch after a full day on the road. After Gundya, the terrain flattens gradually and the first coconut palms begin to appear, signalling the approach to the coastal zone.
Mangalore
Coastal Port City - Your Destination
The final stage from Gundya to Mangalore covers around 60 kilometres and typically takes one to one and a half hours depending on the specific drop location within the city. After the ghat descent, the road enters the Dakshina Kannada district and the landscape shifts to dense coastal vegetation, areca nut plantations, red-tiled roofed houses and the particular quality of light that comes from the proximity of the Arabian Sea even before the water itself is visible. Towns like Uppinangady and Puttur along this stretch offer refreshment stops and give travellers a first taste of the Tulu-speaking coastal Karnataka culture that is distinctly different from the Kannada-dominant interior. Mangalore city proper begins around 20 kilometres before the central areas, and the route into town can take additional time during peak hours given the city's compact road network. Most travellers on a cab from Bangalore to Mangalore arrive in the city between early and mid-afternoon if they have departed Bangalore by six or seven in the morning, leaving the remainder of the day for checking in and an evening visit to Panambur Beach or the Sultan Battery area.
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Cab Packages for Your Mangalore Trip
Different travellers need different things from a Bangalore to Mangalore cab. Below are the package options we offer for this route.
Budget Cab Package
The Budget Cab Package provides a hatchback or entry-level sedan at the most affordable per-kilometre rate we quote for the Bangalore to Mangalore route, suitable for solo travellers or couples who want straightforward point-to-point transport without multiple sightseeing halts along the way. Vehicle options are listed on our cab rental page, and a one way cab Bangalore to Mangalore under this package works out as one of the most economical private vehicle options for the distance.
Family Cab Package
For families with children, elderly members or extra luggage, the Family Cab Package offers an SUV or Toyota Innova Crysta, Innova Hycross vehicle with more boot space and better suspension for the ghat sections through Sakleshpur. This is consistently one of the most popular packages for a Mangalore tour package from Bangalore during school holidays, and the same vehicles handle the return leg comfortably even after a full day of
beach and sightseeing stops.
Corporate Travel Package
Our Corporate Travels service covers teams and individual business travellers heading to Mangalore for meetings, port visits, company offsites or the business community events that the city regularly hosts, with monthly billing, dedicated account management and a fleet that ranges from sedans to Volvo coaches depending on the party size.
Luxury Package
The Luxury Package includes vehicles such as the Toyota Innova Crysta or the Force Urbania, which make the seven to eight hour drive to Mangalore considerably more comfortable with better seating, more legroom and superior air conditioning through the hot stretches before the ghats. This package is popular with
corporate executives, honeymooners and small groups who want the quality of a private coach without the cost of a full bus.
Group and Tempo Traveller Package
Groups of eight or more travelling together to Mangalore are better served by a Tempo Traveller or Mini Bus, both of which work out significantly cheaper per head than multiple cabs and keep the group together through every stop from Sakleshpur viewpoints to the beaches of Panambur and Tannirbhavi.
Pilgrimage Package
Mangalore and its surroundings, including Dharmasthala, Kukke Subramanya, Kateel Durga Parameshwari Temple and the Udupi Sri Krishna Temple, form one of the most important pilgrimage circuits in coastal Karnataka. Our pilgrimage-focused cab package is built around early morning temple timings, adequate waiting time at each shrine and comfortable return travel, and is one of our more specialised offerings for this route through our outstation vehicle booking service.
Wedding Package
For Mangalorean families based in Bangalore organising weddings or for couples choosing Mangalore's coastal venues as a destination wedding location, our Wedding Cab and Bus service provides decorated cars for the couple alongside buses for guest transport, handling the coordination in advance so the travel side of the event runs without disruption.
Our Services
Beyond the Bangalore to Mangalore route, Tejas Travels provides a comprehensive range of transport services from both Bangalore and Mysore.
● Cabs - Our cab rental service covers hatchbacks, sedans and SUVs for day hire, airport transfers and all outstation routes including Mangalore.
● Tempo Traveller - The tempo traveller rental serves groups of 8 to 17 passengers, regularly used for Mangalore pilgrimages, beach group trips and family road journeys.
● Bus - Our bus rental service provides 30 to 50-seater coaches for corporate events, wedding guest transport and large group travel to Mangalore and beyond.
● Minibus - The mini bus rental fits groups of around 20 to 25 and bridges the gap between a tempo traveller and a full-sized coach for medium-sized parties.
● Luxury Urbania - Our Force Urbania rental offers a premium van cabin with extra legroom and superior comfort for the long Bangalore to Mangalore drive, well-suited to corporate groups or special occasion travel.
● Luxury Volvo Bus - The Volvo bus rental is used for larger group movements to Mangalore and long-distance coastal Karnataka circuits, with reclining seats and high-quality air conditioning.
● Corporate Travels - Our corporate travel service handles business travel with dedicated fleet allocation, monthly billing and account management for companies with regular transport requirements.
● Airport Transfer - The airport transfer service provides flight-tracked pickup and drop at Kempegowda International Airport, with early morning and late night availability.
● Employee Transport - Our employee transport service manages daily staff commutes across Bangalore and Mysore with route optimisation and dedicated vehicles.
● School Commute - The student transportation service provides GPS-tracked, verified-driver vehicles for daily school pickup and drop with safety compliance built in.
● Outstation Travel - Our outstation vehicle booking service covers one-way and round-trip routes to Mangalore, Coorg, Chikmagalur, Wayanad, Ooty and all major South India destinations.
● Wedding Cab and Bus - Our wedding car rental service provides decorated vehicles for the couple alongside comfortable buses for guest transport, for weddings in Bangalore, Mysore and destination locations like Mangalore.
● Tour Packages - We also design complete tour packages covering transport, accommodation coordination and sightseeing for Mangalore, coastal Karnataka and the Western Ghats, tailored to family, corporate or pilgrimage group requirements.
All services listed above are available from both Bangalore and Mysore for the Bangalore to Mangalore cab route and all other destinations.
How to Book a Car for Rent in Bangalore — Step-by-Step
Booking a Car for hire in Bangalore with Tejas Travels takes under 5 minutes. Follow these 4 steps:
STEP1 | Contact Tejas Travels Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773, or email info@tejastravels.com — available 24 hours, 7 days a week. Share your travel date, Bangalore pickup location (area or landmark — Whitefield, Electronic City, MG Road, Koramangala, KIA airport, hotel name, tech park), destination or full itinerary, number of passengers, and preferred vehicle. For KIA airport pickups, share the flight number — the driver tracks live flight status and adjusts pickup timing for delayed flights automatically. For luxury vehicles (Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Rolls-Royce), also mention the occasion — corporate, wedding, VIP event — so the team can ensure the best-condition vehicle and, where required, formal chauffeur attire. |
STEP2 | Receive Your Written Quote Within 2 hours of your enquiry, Tejas Travels sends a written quote via WhatsApp or email. The quote clearly itemizes every charge: vehicle hire rate (Rs/km or flat package), driver allowance (Rs 400-1,000/day depending on vehicle class), applicable toll estimates, and any interstate permit if applicable (Tamil Nadu for Ooty, Kerala for Wayanad, Andhra Pradesh for Tirupati). No verbal-only prices — everything in writing before you confirm. For corporate clients requiring reimbursements, a Proforma Invoice can be issued at this stage. If you want to compare two vehicle classes, request both quotes at the same time. |
STEP3 | Confirm Your Booking & Pay Advance Once satisfied with the written quote, confirm via WhatsApp or phone. A 15-20% advance payment confirms the booking. Payment: UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm), NEFT/IMPS/RTGS bank transfer, or credit/debit card via payment link. Advance receipt within 30 minutes. Confirmation includes: driver name and mobile, vehicle registration, departure time, pickup location, and full billing breakdown — all in writing. For luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce Ghost, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class), advance may be higher due to limited fleet and Bangalore peak-date demand (wedding season November-February, New Year). |
STEP4 | Your Driver Arrives Early Your assigned Tejas Travels driver arrives at your confirmed Bangalore pickup point 15 minutes before scheduled departure. For KIA airport transfers, the driver coordinates at the Arrivals gate. The vehicle is clean, sanitized, fuelled, and ready. For wedding and VIP bookings, the driver arrives in formal attire. The driver calls 30 minutes before arrival as a courtesy. During the trip, the driver handles all routing, toll payments, and Bangalore traffic navigation. At trip end, balance payment is settled after deducting the advance. Any additional km or hours are billed at the pre-agreed rate. |
Quick Booking for Hire: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your vehicle preference, Bangalore pickup location, destination, and travel date. Written quote in 2 hours.
Payment Methods — Car Hire in Bangalore
Tejas Travels accepts all major digital and traditional payment methods for both advance booking and final settlement at trip end.
Method | Options | Notes |
|---|---|---|
UPI | Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, BHIM UPI, Amazon Pay | Fastest method. Instant confirmation on receipt. Recommended for all advance deposits. |
Bank Transfer | NEFT, IMPS, RTGS | For corporate clients and advances above Rs 5,000. IMPS instant; NEFT up to 2 hours. |
Credit / Debit Card | Visa, Mastercard, RuPay | Via payment link to registered mobile or email. Valid for advance and full payment. |
Net Banking | All major Indian banks | Payment link via WhatsApp or email. Preferred for Bangalore IT corporate PO-based approvals. |
Cash | Balance at time of travel | Accepted at trip end. Advance must be digital for booking confirmation. Receipt issued. |
Corporate Credit | Registered corporate accounts | 30-day credit terms for signed Bangalore corporate clients. Monthly consolidated invoicing available. |
Luxury vehicle note: For Rolls-Royce Ghost, BMW 7 Series, and Mercedes S-Class, a higher advance may be required given limited Bangalore fleet availability and Bangalore wedding season demand.
Cancellation Policy — Car Hire in Bangalore
Tejas Travels maintains a fair, transparent, and tiered cancellation policy. All terms communicated in writing at booking confirmation.
Cancellation Timing | Cancellation Charge | Refund on Advance |
|---|---|---|
More than 72 hours before departure | NIL — No charge | 100% of advance refunded within 5-7 working days |
48 to 72 hours before departure | 10% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 10% deduction |
24 to 48 hours before departure | 25% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 25% deduction |
12 to 24 hours before departure | 50% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 50% deduction |
Less than 12 hours before departure | 75% of total trip fare | Minimal or no refund depending on trip value |
No-show (car deployed, client absent) | 100% of total trip fare | No refund. Full fare payable. |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels (breakdown, force majeure) | NIL — No charge | 100% refunded within 2 working days OR substitute vehicle offered |
Special Cancellation Conditions for Bangalore Car Hire
- Weddings: Bangalore wedding hire: Minimum 7-day notice for full refund. Cancellations within 3 days of wedding date are non-refundable.
- Luxury Cars: Luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class): Minimum 5-day notice for full refund due to limited Bangalore fleet and wedding season demand.
- Peak Dates: New Year, Diwali, and Bangalore long-weekends: Minimum 48-hour notice for full refund. Less than 24 hours is non-refundable.
- Force Majeure: Bangalore bandhs / force majeure (traffic disruptions, road closures): 100% refund within 2 working days regardless of notice period.
- Modifications: Modifications (date change, vehicle upgrade, route additions) with more than 24 hours notice: Accommodated at no penalty, subject to availability.
How to Cancel: Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference. Cancellation confirmation within 2 hours. Refund to original payment method within stated timelines.
Refund Policy — Car Hire for Rent in Bangalore
All refunds processed to the original payment instrument. No cash refund unless advance was paid in cash.
Refund Scenario | Refund Amount | Processing Timeline |
|---|---|---|
Cancellation 72+ hrs before departure | 100% of advance paid | 5-7 working days to original payment instrument |
Cancellation 48-72 hrs before departure | Advance minus 10% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 24-48 hrs before departure | Advance minus 25% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 12-24 hrs before departure | Advance minus 50% charge | 7-10 working days |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels | 100% of advance paid | 2 working days — priority processing |
Trip shortfall: actual km less than minimum | Proportional credit on excess | Settled at trip end |
Billing error / overcharge | Full overcharged amount | 2-3 working days after verification |
Duplicate payment | Full duplicate amount | 2-3 working days after confirmation |
Refund by Payment Method
- UPI: UPI (GPay, PhonePe, Paytm): Refund to UPI-linked bank account within 3-5 working days.
- Card: Credit/Debit Card: Refund to originating card within 5-7 working days.
- Bank: Bank Transfer: Refund to originating account within 3-5 working days. Account re-confirmed before processing.
- Cash: Cash: Cash refund at Tejas Travels Bangalore office or via IMPS within 5 working days.
Refund Contact: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with booking reference, advance receipt, and refund reason. Confirmation within 24 hours.
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What Our Customers Say About Our Cab Services in Bangalore
Travelled to Bangalore
So nice that the service we have received from Tejas travellers. Ms Revati is very good coordinator and so polite and have much patience. Thank you so much for making our journey nice and beautiful with sending experienced drivers.🙂
rahul
6/11/2025 Bangalore
5/5
Travelled to Bangalore
We (15 families) hired a bus from Tejas to one of the resort at Kanakpura. Interacted with Lakshmi madam and requested her to provide a good Cab . The bus reached at exact time for pickup, the bus was extremely good and looked a new one only. Thanks Tejas team and Lakshmi madam, it was a wonderful experience and I would definitely recommend to avail their services.
Souvik Bhattacharya
6/11/2025 Bangalore
5/5
Travelled to Bangalore
Hired for day-out trip, It was very pleasant and comfortable journey, with good driver's behaviour and l may strongly suggest Tejas travels for better and comfortable family trip
Kishore Lal
6/11/2025 Bangalore
5/5
Travelled to Bangalore
Booked cab from tejas travels, bangalore to madikeri. Excellent service, driver was very polite and he knows all nook and corner. Overall we enjoyed the trip
Jai Kumar
6/11/2025 Bangalore
5/5
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Frequently Asked Questions — Bangalore to Cab
The Bangalore to Mangalore distance by road is approximately 350 to 370 kilometres, depending on the exact route and the drop location within Mangalore. The most commonly used route follows NH 75 via Nelamangala, Hassan and Sakleshpur, which is the
shortest, fastest and most scenic option for the journey.
The drive typically takes between seven and eight hours including one or two short breaks, with the actual driving time closer to six and a half hours in light traffic. Departing before six in the morning is generally recommended to clear Bangalore before peak traffic and to reach Mangalore by early to mid-afternoon.
The Bangalore to Mangalore taxi fare for a one-way sedan booking generally starts from around Rs. 5,500 to Rs. 6,500, varying by vehicle type, toll charges along the route, driver allowance and whether it is a one-way or round-trip booking. SUVs and Innova-class vehicles are priced higher, while Volvo buses or tempo travellers are typically quoted on a per-vehicle basis for groups.
Yes, a one way cab Bangalore to Mangalore is readily available and is priced for the single journey without requiring payment for the driver's return, which makes it one of the more cost-effective private transport options for travellers who have a different plan for the return journey, whether by train, flight or a separate cab booking.
The NH 75 route via Hassan and Sakleshpur is considered the best route for a cab from Bangalore to Mangalore in terms of road quality, scenery and travel time. The road is well-maintained for most of the distance, the ghat section at Sakleshpur and Shiradi is spectacular, and the route passes through or near several towns worth a short stop, including Belur and Halebidu for Hoysala temple heritage.
Unlike the Mysore-Wayanad route which passes through Bandipur reserve with a night driving ban, the main Bangalore to Mangalore route via NH 75 does not have the same kind of blanket restriction. However, the Shiradi Ghat section is considered challenging at night due to sharp bends, limited visibility and occasional wildlife crossings, so most experienced drivers and passengers prefer to complete this stretch during daylight hours. Our team plans pickup times to ensure the ghat section is covered before dusk wherever possible.
A standard sedan can handle two to three medium suitcases in the boot, while an SUV or Innova can comfortably manage four to five bags alongside cabin luggage. For trips with multiple large pieces of luggage, a tempo traveller is the more practical choice and also gives considerably more cabin space for the seven to eight hour journey.
Tejas Travels maintains a fair, transparent, and tiered cancellation policy. All terms communicated in writing at booking confirmation.
Cancellation Timing | Cancellation Charge | Refund on Advance |
|---|---|---|
More than 72 hours before departure | NIL — No charge | 100% of advance refunded within 5-7 working days |
48 to 72 hours before departure | 10% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 10% deduction |
24 to 48 hours before departure | 25% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 25% deduction |
12 to 24 hours before departure | 50% of total trip fare | Advance refunded less 50% deduction |
Less than 12 hours before departure | 75% of total trip fare | Minimal or no refund depending on trip value |
No-show (car deployed, client absent) | 100% of total trip fare | No refund. Full fare payable. |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels (breakdown, force majeure) | NIL — No charge | 100% refunded within 2 working days OR substitute vehicle offered |
Special Cancellation Conditions for Bangalore Car Hire
- Weddings: Bangalore wedding hire: Minimum 7-day notice for full refund. Cancellations within 3 days of wedding date are non-refundable.
- Luxury Cars: Luxury vehicles (Rolls-Royce, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class): Minimum 5-day notice for full refund due to limited Bangalore fleet and wedding season demand.
- Peak Dates: New Year, Diwali, and Bangalore long-weekends: Minimum 48-hour notice for full refund. Less than 24 hours is non-refundable.
- Force Majeure: Bangalore bandhs / force majeure (traffic disruptions, road closures): 100% refund within 2 working days regardless of notice period.
- Modifications: Modifications (date change, vehicle upgrade, route additions) with more than 24 hours notice: Accommodated at no penalty, subject to availability.
How to Cancel: Call or WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with your booking reference. Cancellation confirmation within 2 hours. Refund to original payment method within stated timelines.
A small advance of around 10 percent of the total fare is typically collected at the time of booking to secure the vehicle and driver allocation, with the remaining balance payable at
the end of the trip either in cash directly to the driver or online via a payment link.
All refunds processed to the original payment instrument. No cash refund unless advance was paid in cash.
Refund Scenario | Refund Amount | Processing Timeline |
|---|---|---|
Cancellation 72+ hrs before departure | 100% of advance paid | 5-7 working days to original payment instrument |
Cancellation 48-72 hrs before departure | Advance minus 10% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 24-48 hrs before departure | Advance minus 25% charge | 5-7 working days |
Cancellation 12-24 hrs before departure | Advance minus 50% charge | 7-10 working days |
Cancellation by Tejas Travels | 100% of advance paid | 2 working days — priority processing |
Trip shortfall: actual km less than minimum | Proportional credit on excess | Settled at trip end |
Billing error / overcharge | Full overcharged amount | 2-3 working days after verification |
Duplicate payment | Full duplicate amount | 2-3 working days after confirmation |
Refund by Payment Method
- UPI: UPI (GPay, PhonePe, Paytm): Refund to UPI-linked bank account within 3-5 working days.
- Card: Credit/Debit Card: Refund to originating card within 5-7 working days.
- Bank: Bank Transfer: Refund to originating account within 3-5 working days. Account re-confirmed before processing.
- Cash: Cash: Cash refund at Tejas Travels Bangalore office or via IMPS within 5 working days.
Refund Contact: WhatsApp +91 9980277773 with booking reference, advance receipt, and refund reason. Confirmation within 24 hours.