The Dharwad to Shivamogga bus route covers approximately 220 kms and takes about 5 hrs 2 mins. A total of 13 direct buses operated by 6 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 00:15, and the last bus leaves at 22:30.
Major boarding points in Dharwad include Brindavan Station Road, Court Circle Signal, Dharward Bypass, Sdm College, while common drop locations in Shivamogga are B H Road, East West Booking Office - Shimoga, Ksrtc bus stand, SHIVAMOGGA BUS STAND.
RTC and private operators such as Sri durgamba travels, East West Travels offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 339 - INR 9999.00 depending on the bus type and features.




