Bus and Mini Bus Rental from Bangalore to Wayanad
Edakkal Caves, Banasura Sagar dam, Pookode Lake and tea hills on a three-day Kerala trip for the whole group. A 3-day trip by mini bus costs from about ₹29,100.
Quick answer: Bus rental from Bangalore to Wayanad costs about ₹29,100 for a 20–25 seater mini bus and ₹47,400 for a 50 seater on a 3-day round trip (750 km billed), plus tolls, parking and permits. Wayanad is about 280 km away, 6.5 to 7 hours by road via Mysore, Gundlupet and Sulthan Bathery.
| Trip fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Distance | About 280 km one way (560 km round trip) |
| Drive time | 6.5 to 7 hours |
| Usual route | Mysore, Gundlupet and Sulthan Bathery |
| Best time to go | October to May |
| Recommended trip | 3-day round trip |
| Permits | Kerala tourist permit |
Bangalore to Wayanad bus fare
Whole-bus prices for a round trip, worked out exactly like the estimate on our search form. Tolls, parking and permits and entry tickets are extra.
| Vehicle | Rate | 3-day trip | 4-day trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini Bus 20–25 Seater | ₹36/km + ₹700 bata/day | ₹29,100 | ₹38,800 |
| Bus 32–35 Seater | ₹45/km + ₹700 bata/day | ₹35,850 | ₹47,800 |
| Bus 40 Seater | ₹48/km + ₹700 bata/day | ₹38,100 | ₹50,800 |
| Bus 50 Seater | ₹60/km + ₹800 bata/day | ₹47,400 | ₹63,200 |
How we calculate it: 280 km × 2 = 560 km for the round trip, or 250 km a day if that is higher, multiplied by the rate per km, plus the driver bata for each day. A 4-day trip covers 1000 km.
Bangalore to Wayanad: stops on the way
Approximate road distance from central Bangalore at each stop.
- StartBangalorePickup at your door
- 145 kmMysore
- 205 kmGundlupet
- 225 kmBandipurForest, closed 9 pm to 6 am
- 245 kmMuthangaKerala border
- 260 kmSulthan BatheryEdakkal Caves nearby
- 280 kmKalpettaWayanad town
Planning Bangalore to Wayanad by bus
On the road
After Mysore the bus crosses Bandipur and Muthanga forests, which are closed to traffic at night (roughly 9 pm to 6 am), so we plan to clear them in daylight. From Sulthan Bathery the road to Kalpetta and Vythiri is a good two-lane road.
Suggested plan
- Day 1: leave at 6 am, cross Bandipur before noon, Edakkal Caves in the afternoon
- Day 2: Banasura Sagar dam, Pookode Lake, Lakkidi viewpoint
- Day 3: Soochipara falls or a tea estate, then back through the forest in daylight
Places to see in and around Wayanad
- Edakkal Caves
- Banasura Sagar dam
- Pookode Lake
- Lakkidi viewpoint
- Soochipara (Sentinel Rock) falls
- Kuruva Island (seasonal)
Bus tips for Wayanad
Edakkal Caves need a steep walk from the parking area, and jeeps run part of the way. Chembra Peak and some viewpoints need local jeeps. Kerala charges a permit for Karnataka tourist vehicles, paid at actuals.
Which bus suits your group
For 18 to 25 people, the mini bus is the cheapest way to travel together. Office teams and large families of 30 to 35 usually take the 32–35 seater. For school trips, associations and wedding parties of 40 to 50, a single 40 or 50 seater keeps everyone together and works out cheaper per head than two smaller vehicles.
Per person, a full 50 seater to Wayanad costs about ₹948 for the 3-day trip, against about ₹1,164 each in a full mini bus. For groups under 17, a tempo traveller is usually the better choice.
What the fare includes
Every fare on this page is for the whole bus, not per seat. It includes the AC bus, an experienced driver, diesel and the driver's daily allowance (bata), which also covers his food and night stay. You never pay for the driver's room separately.
| Included | Paid at actuals |
|---|---|
| Bus, diesel and driver | Toll charges |
| Driver bata for every day | Parking fees |
| Pickup and drop at your address in Bangalore | State permits outside Karnataka |
| Help on WhatsApp through the trip | Entry tickets, guides and jeeps |
Outstation fares are worked out the same way as the price on our search: kilometres × the rate per km, plus bata per day. We bill a minimum of 250 km a day, so a short trip spread over several days costs at least that much per day.
Cancellation, changes and refunds
A short version of our refund and cancellation policy. No advance is needed to get a quote.
Cancellation
- Outstation: free if cancelled at least 12 hours before pickup (any advance booking fee is not refunded).
- Outstation, within 12 hours: a 25% to 50% fee, depending on distance and vehicle.
- Local trips: free up to 6 hours before pickup; later, up to 50% may be charged.
- No-show without notice: the full fare is charged.
Changing your booking
- Reschedule at least 4 to 6 hours before pickup, subject to availability.
- Changes closer to pickup are treated as a cancellation and a new booking.
- If we have to cancel because of a breakdown, driver issue or extreme weather, you get a full refund or a new slot.
Refunds
- Eligible refunds start within 5 to 7 business days.
- Money goes back to the original payment method.
- Paid in cash? Refunds are sent by bank transfer or UPI.
Bangalore to Wayanad bus FAQs
How much is bus rental from Bangalore to Wayanad?
About ₹29,100 for a 20–25 seater mini bus, ₹35,850 for a 32–35 seater, ₹38,100 for a 40 seater and ₹47,400 for a 50 seater on a 3-day round trip. Tolls, parking and permits and entry fees are extra.
Why does the bus have to cross Bandipur in daylight?
The forest road between Gundlupet and Sulthan Bathery is closed to traffic at night.
Can a 50 seater reach Wayanad resorts?
Most resorts on the main roads, yes. For hillside stays, we check access with the resort first.
How many days for Wayanad?
Three days is ideal; two days is rushed with the 7-hour drive each way.
Is the Kerala permit extra?
Yes, it is paid at actuals.
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