Mysuru, Bandipur and Ooty
Mysuru, Bandipur and Ooty from Bengaluru
The Mysuru, Bandipur and Ooty from Bengaluru covers about 596 km of driving over 4 days. For 4 days with driver, a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹28,200–34,500 (as of Oct 2026).
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- Days
- 4 days
- Driving
- 596 km
- the whole loop
- Stops
- 3
- from Bengaluru
- Fare from
- ₹28,200–34,500
- Tempo Traveller 17-seater, 4 days
Palace, forest and hills in one trip: Mysuru, a safari at Bandipur and a night in Ooty across the Tamil Nadu border.
The classic summer holiday for Bengaluru families and school groups.
How many are going?
Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits and its fare, from the tables on this page.
Fits your group
Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van)
13–17 or 10–17 seats
₹6,800–8,400 for a full day (250 km)
Mysuru, Bandipur and Ooty
₹28,200–34,500
Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 596 km loop one way · 4 days, round trip
Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
- Bengaluru
- Mysuru
- Bandipur
- Ooty
Day-by-day plan (4 days)
Day 1: Bengaluru to Mysuru143 km
Srirangapatna on the way, the palace in the evening.
Day 2: Mysuru to Bandipur79 km
Chamundi hill in the morning, an evening safari at Bandipur.
Day 3: Bandipur to Ooty78 km
Through Mudumalai and up the ghat to Ooty; the lake and the botanical garden.
Day 4: Ooty to Bengaluru296 km
Doddabetta at dawn, then down through the forests and home.
What the circuit costs
About 596 km over 4 days with one vehicle and driver for the whole trip.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 4 days | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹24,000–30,300 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹28,200–34,500 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹32,400–40,800 | Get quotes |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 27–35 | ₹45,000–60,800 | Get quotes |
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. State entry tax for crossing the border is not included yet; operators add it on the quote. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
Cost per person
The 4-day fare split across every seat in the vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 12 | ₹2,000–2,530 |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 17 | ₹1,660–2,030 |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 26 | ₹1,250–1,570 |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 35 | ₹1,290–1,740 |
Per person if every seat is filled (the Seats column); an estimate as of Oct 2026. Fewer people means a higher share each.
Which vehicle for your group
One vehicle and driver for the whole circuit; leave a seat or two spare for luggage.
| People | Vehicle | Full day (250 km), each |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Tempo Traveller 12-seater (9–12 seats) or Force Urbania (luxury van) (10–17 seats) | ₹5,800–7,400 |
| 17 | Tempo Traveller 17-seater (13–17 seats) or Force Urbania (luxury van) (10–17 seats) | ₹6,800–8,400 |
| 26 | Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater (18–26 seats) | ₹7,900–10,000 |
| 35 | Mini Bus 28–35 seater (27–35 seats) | ₹11,000–15,000 |
| 49 | AC Coach 40–49 seater (36–49 seats) | ₹15,000–20,200 |
Sizes come from the seats each vehicle class carries; leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips. Day fares are indicative, with driver allowance and 5% GST.
Good to know
- The highway through Bandipur and Mudumalai closes at night: cross it in daylight.
- Ooty may need an e-pass for vehicles from outside Tamil Nadu in peak months: the operator applies.
Operators for Mysuru, Bandipur and Ooty
Approved operators who take groups to Mysuru, Bandipur and Ooty. Ask for quotes here: your request reaches them through the platform and you compare itemised offers.
Seventree holidays
Vehicle Owner
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Fleet details on request
Saravanabhava Translinks
Vehicle Owner
Karur, Tamil Nadu
Serves Bengaluru
Fleet details on request
Nalkco Trip Mentors
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Palakkad, Kerala
Serves Bengaluru
2 vehicles · 16 seats
- Replies in ~10 min
R M A Travels
Vehicle Owner
Puducherry
334 km by road from Bengaluru
Fleet details on request
Questions groups ask
How many days do you need for Mysuru, Bandipur and Ooty?
4 days. Over 4 days: day 1: Bengaluru to Mysuru; day 2: Mysuru to Bandipur; day 3: Bandipur to Ooty; day 4: Ooty to Bengaluru.
How far is the Mysuru, Bandipur and Ooty circuit?
About 596 km of driving in total. The longest day is day 4 (Ooty to Bengaluru), 296 km. Group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour with stops.
What does a Mysuru, Bandipur and Ooty trip cost for a group?
For 4 days with driver: Tempo Traveller 12-seater ₹24,000–30,300; Tempo Traveller 17-seater ₹28,200–34,500; Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater ₹32,400–40,800; Mini Bus 28–35 seater ₹45,000–60,800 (indicative, October 2026). Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
Which vehicle should we take?
12 people: Tempo Traveller 12-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van); 17 people: Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van); 26 people: Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater; 35 people: Mini Bus 28–35 seater; 49 people: AC Coach 40–49 seater. Leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips.