Quick answer: A Force Urbania from Bangalore to Chikmagalur with Sara Cabs costs about ₹21,200 for a 10+1, ₹23,200 for a 13+1 and ₹24,800 for a 17+1 (520 km × per-km rate + ₹700 bata × 2 days; tolls, parking and entry fees extra). Chikmagalur is about 245 km from Bangalore, roughly 5 hours by road via NH-75 via Hassan; Mullayanagiri top is a ghat road the Urbania handles comfortably.
| Key facts | Details |
|---|---|
| Distance (one way) | about 245 km |
| Travel time | 5 hours |
| Typical trip | 2 days, about 520 km including local running |
| 10+1 Urbania estimate | ₹21,200 |
| 13+1 Urbania estimate | ₹23,200 |
| 17+1 Urbania estimate | ₹24,800 |
| Places covered | Mullayanagiri, Baba Budangiri, Hebbe Falls and coffee estates |
| Route notes | NH-75 via Hassan; Mullayanagiri top is a ghat road the Urbania handles comfortably |
| Not included | Tolls, parking, entry tickets, inter-state permits (at actuals) |
What a Chikmagalur trip in an Urbania looks like
Built around the km the van actually runs, so the estimate above holds. Swap stops freely — the driver knows the alternatives.
Bangalore → Hassan → Chikmagalur; Hirekolale Lake sunset
Mullayanagiri and Baba Budangiri, Hebbe Falls jeep, return by night
NH-75 via Hassan. Mullayanagiri top is a ghat road the Urbania handles comfortably.
Driver name and number are shared the evening before pickup; the van reports 15 minutes early.
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Chikmagalur stops the Urbania reaches
Bangalore to Chikmagalur by Urbania
How much does a Force Urbania cost from Bangalore to Chikmagalur?
About ₹21,200 for a 10+1, ₹23,200 for a 13+1 and ₹24,800 for a 17+1 Urbania (520 km × per-km rate + ₹700 bata × 2 days), excluding tolls and parking. Sara Cabs sends an exact written quote on WhatsApp.
How far is Chikmagalur from Bangalore by road?
About 245 km one way, around 5 hours via NH-75 via Hassan; Mullayanagiri top is a ghat road the Urbania handles comfortably.
Which Urbania should I book for Chikmagalur?
Up to 10 people the 10+1; 11–13 the 13+1 (best per-seat value); 14–17 the 17+1. All three have reclining seats and individual AC for the 5 hours drive.
What is included in the Bangalore to Chikmagalur Urbania price?
Vehicle, fuel, chauffeur and AC. Tolls, parking, entry tickets and permits are billed at actuals and itemised on the invoice.
Can the driver wait in Chikmagalur and bring us back?
Yes. Outstation bookings are round trip: the same Urbania and driver stay with your group for the full 2-day trip.
Route guide: Bangalore to Chikmagalur
The Urbania heads out on Tumkur Road and NH-75 toward Hassan, past Kunigal and Channarayapatna, then turns north-west to Belur and Chikmagalur — about 245 km and five hours. Belur and Halebidu, with their 12th-century Hoysala temples, are a short detour and pair well with a Chikmagalur weekend. From Chikmagalur town the road climbs to Mullayanagiri, Karnataka's highest peak, and Baba Budangiri; both are reachable by Urbania, with the final stretch narrow but paved. Hebbe Falls and parts of Kudremukh require a local jeep, which most hotels can arrange.
Good stops on the way
- Kunigal (breakfast)
- Channarayapatna
- Shravanabelagola (optional detour)
- Belur Chennakeshava Temple
Best time to visit Chikmagalur
Chikmagalur is at its best from September to February, after the monsoon, when waterfalls are full and the coffee estates are green. The monsoon months bring heavy rain and mist on Mullayanagiri. Summers are mild compared with the plains.
Cost breakdown for a Chikmagalur trip
| Item (13+1 Urbania) | Calculation | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kilometres (round trip incl. local) | 520 km × ₹42 | ₹21,840 |
| Driver bata | 2 days × ₹700 | ₹1,400 |
| Estimated total | before tolls & parking | ₹23,200 |
| Per person (13 passengers) | ≈ ₹1,785 |
Why travel to Chikmagalur by Force Urbania
A trip to Chikmagalur means around 520 km on the road. In an Urbania, every passenger has a reclining seat, an individual AC vent and space to stretch, and the group travels together with one driver who handles navigation, parking and timing. Compared with booking several cabs, it keeps the group together, simplifies coordination and usually costs less per person for groups of eight or more.
Group travel tips for Chikmagalur
- Start early to avoid Bangalore's morning traffic and make the most of daylight.
- Share the hotel or homestay address in advance so the driver can plan the route.
- Carry water and snacks; stops are planned, but some stretches run long between towns.
- Keep valuables with you during sightseeing stops; the driver stays with the vehicle.
- Check opening hours and closures for the Chikmagalur attractions on your list.
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