How to Reach Chikmagalur

Air

The nearest airport from Chikmagalur is that of Mangalore, which is approximately 170 km away.

Rail

Kadur provides the nearest rail link from Chikmagalur. From there, you can easily find express trains to Bangalore, which cover the distance in approximately 3 to 3.5 hrs.

Road

NH 48 connects Chikmagalur with all the major cities in Karnataka as well as the neighboring states............
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