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Trimbakeshwar Temple
One meeting point and one return time for 45 people at Trimbakeshwar Temple. Keep about 2 to 3 hours.
Kushavarta Kund
The group gets down on the main road near Kushavarta Kund; the bus waits where the police allow. Allow 30 minutes.
Brahmagiri Hill
At Brahmagiri Hill the bus uses the coach parking and the group walks in as one. Keep half a day.
Anjaneri Hill
The group gets down on the main road near Anjaneri Hill; the bus waits where the police allow. Budget 3 to 4 hours.
Ramkund and Panchavati
Drop on the main road for Ramkund and Panchavati; the bus waits where the police allow. Keep 1 to 2 hours.
Kalaram Temple
Drop on the main road near Kalaram Temple; the bus waits where parking is allowed. Keep about 45 minutes.
Yagachi Dam and Adventure Camp
The Yagachi Dam on the Yagachi River near Belur has developed into one of the more popular adventure and picnic destinations in the Hassan district, partly because of its proximity to the Chennakeshava Temple and partly because the dam's backwaters offer a setting that is visually quite different from the stone temples that form the main draw of the region. Activities available at the Karnataka government's adventure camp on the reservoir banks include kayaking, coracle rides, swimming, and a range of tented accommodation options for travellers who want to stay overnight close to the Belur temples rather than returning to Hassan town. Younger travellers and families who want to balance temple heritage with outdoor activity often include a two-hour stop at Yagachi on the same day as their Belur visit, pairing the cultural weight of the Hoysala temple with something more physical and outdoors-oriented.
Lakshmi Devi Temple, Doddagaddavalli
The Lakshmi Devi Temple at Doddagaddavalli is a lesser-known but architecturally exceptional Hoysala temple located in a small village around 16 kilometres from Hassan town, and it is one of the few Hoysala temples that features four shrines arranged around a common hall rather than the more typical single or twin shrine layout. Built in the twelfth century and dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the temple is remarkably well-preserved and sees a fraction of the visitor numbers that Belur and Halebidu attract, which means it can be explored in an unhurried and contemplative way that is difficult at the more famous sites. Historians and architecture enthusiasts booking a Bangalore to Hassan cab for a focused study of Hoysala architecture often specifically request this temple as an addition to the standard Belur-Halebidu itinerary, since its unusual plan and the quality of its carvings make it a genuinely important addition to the Hoysala circuit.
Distance
1040 km
From Bangalore
Time
About 26 hr
Via Chitradurga, Solapur and Nashik
Starting from
₹ 92400
7 days, 2,100 km, 27 seater
29 Seater Bus A/C 2/2
NORMALAC29 Seats
₹93,510 ₹1,13,086
+ ₹16706 (Taxes & Charges)
30 Seater Bus A/C 2/2
NORMALAC30 Seats
₹93,510 ₹1,13,086
+ ₹16706 (Taxes & Charges)
32 Seater Bus A/C 2/2
NORMALAC32 Seats
₹93,510 ₹1,13,086
+ ₹16706 (Taxes & Charges)
33 Seater Bus A/C 2/2
NORMALAC33 Seats
₹93,510 ₹1,13,086
+ ₹16706 (Taxes & Charges)
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40 Seater Bus A/C 2/2
LUXURYAC40 Seats
₹1,26,091 ₹1,52,476
+ ₹22516 (Taxes & Charges)
45 Seater Bus A/c 2/2
LUXURYAC45 Seats
₹1,36,179 ₹1,64,692
+ ₹24332 (Taxes & Charges)
49 Seater Bus A/C 2/3
NORMALAC49 Seats
₹1,13,986 ₹1,37,817
+ ₹20337 (Taxes & Charges)
50 Seater Bus A/C 2/3
NORMALAC50 Seats
₹1,13,986 ₹1,37,817
+ ₹20337 (Taxes & Charges)
27 Seater Bus A/C 2/1
LUXURYAC27 Seats
₹93,510 ₹1,13,086
+ ₹16706 (Taxes & Charges)
30 seater bus A/C Executive 2/2
LUXURYAC30 Seats
₹1,01,580 ₹1,22,858
+ ₹18158 (Taxes & Charges)
45 Seater Benz Bus A/C 2/2
LUXURYAC45 Seats
₹1,46,267 ₹1,76,908
+ ₹26148 (Taxes & Charges)
Volvo Bus A/C 2/2
LUXURYAC45 Seats
₹1,46,600
+ ₹26208 (Taxes & Charges)
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Group boarding
For forty five pilgrims, the bus leaves at 4 am from one gate wide enough for a 50 seater to turn, and a leader with the list checks everyone in. The first day is about thirteen hours to Vijayapura, around 530 km, with halts. Suitcases ride in the hold; each person keeps water, tablets and an ID card at the seat. Pack the pooja items for the rituals at Trimbak together and label them.
Tea
At Tumakuru, 70 km out, the bus takes a fifteen minute tea and toilet break at a highway stop with room for a coach. Breakfast for fifty is ordered ahead at Chitradurga. Tumakuru's centre, with the station and bus stand, is crowded, so the bus keeps to the highway. The next leg runs about 130 km of NH48. The coordinator counts heads before boarding. Restrooms here are the last for a while, so everyone should use them, as the next halt is breakfast about two hours away.
Breakfast
Chitradurga is the breakfast halt for the bus at 200 km. A fast counter matters with forty five people, so we book ahead. About forty minutes, then the bus turns from NH48 onto NH50. The Nayakas once ruled from the fort here, until Hyder Ali took it in 1779. Drinking water is easy to buy at Chitradurga, so refill the cans. Wind turbines line the hills around the city, and the dry plateau begins here. Fill water cans before the bus moves.
Lunch
Lunch at Hosapete, about 325 km out. With forty five people the order goes in ahead so the meal is waiting; an hour is planned, and the driver rests. Hosapete is the Vijayanagara district headquarters, on the Tungabhadra. The seats stay the same after lunch, which saves time at every halt. Vijayapura is about 205 km on. Water cans are refilled before the afternoon run. The road north is a wide national highway through dry country, with towns at Kushtagi, Ilkal and Hungund.
Drive through
No stop at Kushtagi, about 390 km out, as the bus should reach Vijayapura before dark. Kushtagi is a pomegranate growing taluk, and its Durga Devi temple stands in the town. The Badami road branches off here; the bus stays on NH50 towards Ilkal and Hungund. About 140 km remain for the day. Fewer halts mean the coach reaches the night halt in daylight and check in goes smoothly. The leader can call the Vijayapura hotel from the bus to confirm rooms for forty five.
Night halt
Vijayapura, at about 530 km, is where the bus stops for the night. Rooms for forty five are booked ahead at a hotel with bus parking. Jolada rotti meals for dinner. The Ibrahim Rauza, finished in 1627 and known for its stone carving, and Gol Gumbaz are both in the city, if the group wants an evening look before 6 pm. The driver gets a full night's rest. Day two starts early.
Breakfast
Morning two begins with breakfast at Solapur, about 625 km from Bangalore, after the coach clears the Maharashtra permit check. Poha and tea can be served to forty five quickly. Solapur sits near the Karnataka border, about 410 km from Mumbai, and its mills were once among the largest in Asia. The leader does a quick head count. Forty minutes, then the coach heads north through Mohol and Karmala. The coach parks off the highway.
Drive through
The bus drives through Karmala, about 750 km out, on the Solapur to Ahmednagar road. The Kamala Bhavani temple here is known for the number 96, in its stepwell and pillars; a pilgrim group can stop there on the return. The road is flat and dry. Lunch at Ahmednagar is about 100 km on. Fewer halts on day two help the bus reach Trimbak before dark. The leader can use the time to plan the room list for the lodges.
Lunch
Ahmednagar, about 855 km from Bangalore, is lunch, and the driver takes his break too. Misal and thalis are ordered ahead for the whole group. The city, now named Ahilyanagar, dates back to the late 15th century beside the Sina river, and the district is dry, with scarce rain. After lunch the bus heads for Nashik, roughly 160 km via Sangamner. The leader counts heads before the bus moves on.
Tea
Sangamner, about 945 km out, is a tea and restroom stop on the Pune to Nashik highway, at a place with room for the bus. The town is named for the meeting of the Pravara, Mhalungi and Adhala rivers, and it is a milk processing hub with a big market. Head count before the bus moves. Nashik is about 65 km on. The town stands at about 549 m, and its market is busy, so the bus stays on the highway.
Tea
Nashik, about 1,010 km out, gives the group tea and restrooms before the last stretch. Nashik misal is the local snack. The city sits on the Godavari, and in Kumbh Mela years traffic limits apply around Nashik and Trimbak. Trimbakeshwar is about 30 km ahead, on a hill road where the bus goes slowly. Grapes are sold by the road in season, and the leader does a roll call before the last leg up the hill.
Arrival
The bus reaches Trimbakeshwar in about 26 hours of driving with the halts, over two days. It drops the group where the police allow and waits at the parking, as the lanes near the temple are narrow. Rooms and meals are best booked ahead for forty five people. Trimbak grew up around the pilgrims who come for rituals, so priests can be arranged near the temple. Plan darshan for the morning after a night's rest.
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Route | One way | Trimbakeshwar and back | Time by bus |
|---|---|---|---|
Bangalore to Trimbakeshwar via Solapur, Ahmednagar and Nashik | About 1040 km | About 2,080 km | About 26 hr with stops |
Plan on about 2,080 km for the round trip to Trimbakeshwar; with 300 km a day as the minimum, the bus is billed 7 days and 2,100 km. The driver and diesel are in the rate; allowance ₹700 to ₹1,000 a day by bus size. The Maharashtra permit is billed at actual. GST, tolls and parking as charged. Volvo or BharatBenz on request, billed at 400 km a day. A drop only costs ₹2 a km more. Pick an AC or a non-AC coach; that choice sets the rate.
Vehicle | Round trip rate | Trimbakeshwar and back, 7 days (2,100 km) | Driver allowance | Allowance for 7 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
₹44/km | ₹92,400 | ₹700/day | ₹4,900 | |
₹44/km | ₹92,400 | ₹700/day | ₹4,900 | |
₹44/km | ₹92,400 | ₹700/day | ₹4,900 | |
₹60/km | ₹126,000 | ₹1,000/day | ₹7,000 | |
₹60/km | ₹126,000 | ₹1,000/day | ₹7,000 | |
₹65/km | ₹136,500 | ₹1,000/day | ₹7,000 | |
₹54/km | ₹113,400 | ₹1,000/day | ₹7,000 | |
₹54/km | ₹113,400 | ₹1,000/day | ₹7,000 |
A Trimbakeshwar group of 30: the 33 seater bus. Near 40: 40 seater bus. 45 to 50 on the 1040 km run: 50 seater bus or the 49 seater bus.
A smaller group? The Bangalore to Trimbakeshwar mini bus is cheaper. For Shirdi as well, see the Bangalore to Shirdi bus.
Cancellation: no charge more than 72 hours before pickup; see the cancellation policy for the rest.
Travelled to Bangalore
We had a great experience with this travel agent while arranging a bus for our team outing. The response was quick and professional, and all our requirements were handled smoothly. The bus arrived on time, was neat and clean, and the journey was very comfortable. Special thanks to Mahantesh, who was the coordinator and supported us with all last-minute changes. The overall coordination was excellent, which made our trip hassle-free. Highly recommended for group travel arrangement.
Sagar Bamashetti
11/9/2025 Bangalore
5/5
Travelled to Bangalore
Sharing a quick note of appreciation for the bus arranged through Tejes Travel for our team outing. The 40-seater bus was very comfortable, clean, and well maintained, which made the journey smooth and enjoyable for everyone. The driver was punctual, polite, and cooperative, and the overall coordination from the Tejes Travel team was very good.
Saroj Gupta
6/11/2025 Bangalore
5/5
Travelled to Bangalore
I had booked to go to a resort on a day trip with senior citizens too.. Ms. Revathi was so good arranging a very good, comfortable bus. Which came in time. Driver was also very polite.. Thanks a lot ms. Revathi and Tejas tours and travels.
Somaasunder Ks
2/6/2025 Bangalore
5/5
Travelled to Bangalore
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Ramesh Thirugnanam
13/10/2024 Bangalore
5/5
The road distance is about 1,040 km through Vijayapura, Solapur, Ahmednagar and Nashik, so about 2,080 km for the round trip. Day one takes the bus on NH48 and NH50 to Vijayapura; day two crosses Maharashtra by Sangamner. Plan about 26 hours of driving each way in a bus, halts included. Tumkur (Tumakuru) is the first tea halt.
A 50 seater bus on 7 days (2,100 km) at ₹54/km comes to ₹113,400. Plus ₹7,000 allowance, then tolls, permits and GST.
Yes, if you ask. The one way rate is ₹2 a km above the return rate, and the empty run home is in the written quote.
The 49 or 50 seater, so a few seats stay free for bags. Compare sizes on bus on rent in Bangalore.
In the town parking. The lanes to the temple are narrow, so the group walks a few minutes.
It is about 13 hours to Vijayapura with halts. We start at 4 am; groups with elders can add a night at Hosapete, which adds a day.
October to February. The Deccan plateau is very hot from March, which is hard on a full bus with long halts. Mondays and the Shravan month bring long queues at the temple, and Kumbh Mela years bring traffic limits around Nashik and Trimbak, so check those dates before booking.
Yes. Pooja items, clothes for the rituals and dry food can go in the hold, packed and labelled. Keep what you need on the road, such as water, medicines and snacks, in hand bags. Meals on the way are booked at Chitradurga, Hosapete, Vijayapura, Solapur and Ahmednagar.
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