Tumakuru is a popular pilgrimage destination visited by devotees year-round. With a regular schedule and multiple departure options, the bus service connecting Karatagi to Tumakuru offers pilgrims a convenient and reliable way to visit the temple town for darshan.
The Karatagi to Tumakuru bus route covers approximately 320 kms and takes about 6 hrs 22 mins. A total of 11 direct buses operated by 6 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 20:30, and the last bus leaves at 23:30.
Major boarding points in Karatagi include Siddapur Bus Stand, Gundur Cross, Karatagi, Karatagi LVT Lodge, Salunchimara, Siddapur, Sri Ramanagara (Desai Camp), while common drop locations in Tumakuru are Kyatasandra Bus Stand (D), Kythasandra, Tumakur Bye Pass, Tumkur Batawadi Junction, Tumkur By Pass.
RTC and private operators such as Sugama Tourist, Raj’s Travels and Transports offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 867 - INR 1767.00 depending on the bus type and features.



