The Mangaluru to Kottakkal bus route covers approximately 281 kms and takes about 6 hrs 42 mins. A total of 21 direct buses operated by 14 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 08:45, and the last bus leaves at 23:30.
Major boarding points in Mangaluru include Baikampady, Bejai, Haleyangadi, Jyothi Talkies, Kankanady, Kavoor, Kottara, Kulai, Kulur Bus Stop, Ladyhill, while common drop locations in Kottakkal are Changuvetty, Chankuvetty, Edarikode, Kottakkal.
RTC and private operators such as KSRTC (Kerala) offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 461 - INR 2500.00 depending on the bus type and features.








