🚆 Bangalore to Gulbarga: Distance, Routes, Train, Bus & Travel Guide

How to Travel from Bangalore to Gulbarga: The Complete Guide

Need to plan your visit from Bangalore to Gulbarga (Kalaburagi)? It's a great spot for work, old sightseeing, or spiritual trips. Gulbarga has cool old buildings, Sufi sites, and local ways to see. This guide shows you the best ways to go—buses, trains, flights, or cars through Tejas Travels—and points out cool things to see when you get there.

Why Travel from Bangalore to Gulbarga?

Gulbarga, also called Kalaburagi, is rich in history and has deep spiritual roots. Known for its old Bahmani-era buildings, it has places like Gulbarga Fort and Jama Masjid, built in Persian styles from the time of sultans. The city also attracts many to the Khwaja Bande Nawaz Dargah, a well-known Sufi spot famous in India, especially when the big Urs festival happens in August.

Visitors also go to the Sharana Basaveshwara Temple, celebrating a cherished Lingayat teacher, mainly during the Basava Jayanti day. Also, the Buddha Vihara, a new Buddhist place with calm gardens, is perfect for taking photos and calming down. Plus, with places close by like Chandrampalli Dam (great for a visit after the rainy times), Malkhed Fort, and Appa Lake Garden, Gulbarga gives something good for history fans, pilgrims, and families together.

What Are the Travel Options from Bangalore to Gulbarga?

Bus

Many bus firms like VRL Travels, Sugama Tourist, SRS, and Sunrise Travels have buses at night from Bangalore to Gulbarga (Kamalapur). It takes about 11–13 hours. Costs go from ₹1,100 to ₹1,400 due to the bus style (AC, Non-AC, sleeper). You can get on at many places in Bangalore such as Jayanagar, Anand Rao Circle, and Malleshwaram.

Train

There are direct trains like the Yeshwantpur–Kalaburagi Express. It usually takes around 11 hours and costs between ₹300 and ₹1,500, based on seat and extra options. You can book tickets through IRCTC.

Car or Private Cab

If you drive, you choose your time— it's about 560–590 km via NH50 or the Tumkur–Anantapur path, needing around 9–10 hours. Roads are good; you can stop at Anantapur for lunch and Raichur for fuel. A Google Map of the NH50 route is online to help you find your way.

Flight

Some flights go via Hyderabad and take about 7 hours all up. Some direct flights may go from BLR to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Hyderabad, then from there to Rajiv Gandhi Airport, Kalaburagi (GBI).

Can I Book a Bangalore to Gulbarga Bus with Tejas Travels?

Sure! Tejas Travels offers trusty bus and cab rides on this path:

Both AC and non-AC sleeper buses, seat options, and big group travel

Book online easy, they answer fast, and you can start from many places

Their prices are good like others, but they focus on being comfy and sure

They let you track the bus live and the drivers are nice

Go to tejastravels.com to book.

How to Travel from Bangalore to Gulbarga by Train?

Big trains like Yeshwantpur–Kalaburagi Express go every day. It takes about 11 hours and costs change by what class you pick. Using IRCTC to book is easy. Trains are cheap and they give good service and a place to rest while moving.

Is It Safe to Drive from Bangalore to Gulbarga by Car?

Yes, it's safe and the views are great:

Way: NH50 via Tumkur–Anantapur–Raichur

Distance:It's 610 km, takes about 9–10 hours to drive 

Stops: Anantapur (~350 km point), Raichur (~450 km) for food and gas

Roads are mostly good, with some bad spots near small towns

Are There Direct Flights from Bangalore to Gulbarga?

Direct flights are few. People often fly to Hyderabad first, then take another plane or drive to Gulbarga. Flights take about 7 hours total. Companies like IndiGo and Star Air fly there. Best to book on airline sites or travel pages.

What Is the Best Time to Visit Gulbarga?

Gulbarga has:

Winter (Nov-Feb): Nice and great for seeing sights and fests.

Summer (Mar-May): Hot, dry, maybe not the best for day trips.

Monsoon (Jun-Sep): More cool, green, and some road slow downs.

Fests to see:

Urs at Khwaja Bande Nawaz Dargah (August), brings lots of folks.

Basava Jayanti at Sharana Basaveshwara Temple.

What Are the Top Places to Visit in Gulbarga?

1. Gulbarga Fort

A big fort from the 14th century with a moat and a large mosque inside. Go early to stay cool. Getting in costs little or comes free.

2. Khwaja Bande Nawaz Dargah

A big place for Sufi folks. It feels holy, more so during Urs fest. Wear simple clothes (headscarf for women) and no pics inside.

3. Sharana Basaveshwara Temple

A quiet place for those who follow saint Sharana Basaveshwara. It's busier during Basava Jayanti.

4. Buddha Vihara

Made in a Buddhist way, this calm place is good for quiet time and snaps.

5. Chandrampalli Dam

About 35 km from Gulbarga, this pretty dam with hills is good for a short break or rowing—looks even better after rain.

More spots to drop by:

Tomb at Haft Gumbaz.

Appa Lake Garden for walking with kin.

Gulbarga Zoo for kids and those who love green places.

Sample 1-Day Itinerary in Gulbarga

Morning

7:00 AM: Get off bus/train and check in close to the bus stop

8:00 AM: Have breakfast—try Jolada Roti (sorghum flatbread) at a small place nearby

9:00 AM: See Gulbarga Fort

10:30 AM: Check out Sharana Basaveshwara Temple

Afternoon

12:00 PM: Go to Khwaja Bande Nawaz Dargah

1:30 PM: Eat mutton curry or biryani at a spot nearby

3:00 PM: Rest at Buddha Vihara, sit in the garden

Evening

5:00 PM: Quick drive to Chandrampalli Dam, if you like

7:30 PM: Go back to your spot, buy gifts, or get ready to leave

Where Can I Stay in Gulbarga?

Cheap stays: Small lodges by the bus stop or train

Mid options: Hotels near town center for ease and comfort

Top picks: Big hotels or brands with AC, meals

Tejas Travels runs well here, but book rooms on your own.

In Summary

Come for Gulbarga’s old forts, Sufi past, or big temples. With Tejas Travels, cheap trains, or a nice drive on NH50, all kinds of trips fit. While here, Gulbarga shows you tales in old stones, calm spots for thought, and food you'll want again.

Travel safe and enjoy!

Can I trust Tejas Travels here? 

Yes—safe buses and help when you need it.

Cheapest way to travel? 

The train via Anantapur (~₹300–₹700) costs less; the bus is about ₹900–₹1,300.

Should I visit Gulbarga? 

Yes—for old forts, Sufi sites, and local tastes.