Getting There
One of the many charms of Bandipur National Park is its accessibility. Straddling the states of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka, the park's location ensures that it can be reached via multiple routes and modes of transportation. This geographical advantage is one of the many reasons you might fall in love with Bandipur even before you arrive. Here's a brief guide to help you navigate your way:
Nearest Airport
If traveling from abroad, the nearest international airport is Bangalore (Bengaluru), 255 km from Bandipur National Park. From Bangalore, you can easily reach the park by taxi or bus. For those visiting from within India, Mysore (Mysuru) has a domestic airport about 65km from the park, with similar transportation options. Alternatively, Coimbatore airport (in Tamil Nadu) and Calicut (Kozhikode) airport(in Kerala) are both about 130km away from the park, offering yet more options for your journey.
Nearest Railway Station
Major cities like Bangalore (220 km), Mysore (75 km), Coimbatore (125 km), and Ooty (40 km) are well connected to Bandipur. The closest railhead is in Mysore (Mysuru), also well-served by air travel routes. Once in Mysuru, the best way to reach Bandipur is by road. The roads leading to Bandipur are in excellent condition, making the journey a breeze, whether driving your own vehicle or hiring a taxi. Buses also run regularly between most major cities and Bandipur, with the six-lane bypass road from Mysore to Bandipur being a popular choice.
Approximate distances from major cities to Bandipur National Park :
- Mysore to Bandipur National Park – 75 km
- Bangalore to Bandipur National Park – 220 km
- Coorg to Bandipur National Park – 180 km
- Ooty to Bandipur National Park – 40 km
- Coimbatore to Bandipur National Park – 125 km
- Wayanad to Bandipur National Park –40 km
- Calicut to Bandipur National Park –120 km
