Tumakuru is a popular pilgrimage destination visited by devotees year-round. With a regular schedule and multiple departure options, the bus service connecting Sonda to Tumakuru offers pilgrims a convenient and reliable way to visit the temple town for darshan.
The Sonda to Tumakuru bus route covers approximately 351 kms and takes about 7 hrs 9 mins. A total of 7 direct buses operated by 3 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 20:00, and the last bus leaves at 21:30.
Major boarding points in Sonda include Bhairumbe, Hulagol Bus Stop, Sonda, Sonda Swarnavalli Matha, Sonda Vadiraja Matha, Sonda Yathri Nivas, Targod, while common drop locations in Tumakuru are Kyatasandra Bus Stand (D), Tumkur Batawadi Junction, Tumkur By Pass.
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 663 - INR 2000.00 depending on the bus type and features.



