Udupi is a popular pilgrimage destination visited by devotees year-round. With a regular schedule and multiple departure options, the bus service connecting Ankola to Udupi offers pilgrims a convenient and reliable way to visit the temple town for darshan.
The Ankola to Udupi bus route covers approximately 198 kms and takes about 3 hrs 58 mins. A total of 26 direct buses operated by 12 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 02:30, and the last bus leaves at 22:50.
Major boarding points in Ankola include Ashok Nagar, while common drop locations in Udupi are Ambagilu Bus Stand, Brahmavara Bus Stop, Cpc Plaza, Kalyanpura Santekatte, Karavali Bypass, Katapadi, Kaup Marigudi, Kinnimulky Bus stand, Service Bus Stand, Taluk Office Udupi.
RTC and private operators such as Sugama Tourist offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 600 - INR 5500.00 depending on the bus type and features.



