Outstation route
Bangalore to Davangere Cab
Davangere sits in the heart of Karnataka and is a busy trading city, well known for its butter dosa. A private cab is a relaxed way to reach it for a family function, business visit or a stopover on a longer drive north.
The route
The drive from Bangalore to Davangere
The route-planner path runs on NH 48, then NH 75 and SH 65. It is largely a highway drive through the dry central plateau, so it suits an early start with a mid-way breakfast stop.
| Road distance | About 290 km one way |
| Driving time (route planner) | About 3 h 45 min without traffic delays or stops |
| Main roads on the route | NH 48, NH 75, SH 65 |
| Round trip | About 575 km of driving, plus any local sightseeing |
Measured from central Bengaluru (Vidhana Soudha) using OpenStreetMap route data. Your exact distance depends on the pickup point and the route the driver takes, and real journey times are usually longer once city traffic, ghat sections and breaks are added.
Times are route-planner driving times without traffic or stops. The trip is within Karnataka, so no interstate permit applies; tolls and parking are charged extra.
What to expect
What Davangere is known for
- Benne dose, the butter dosa that has made the city’s name among food lovers.
- Harihar, a town on the Tungabhadra river with the old Harihareshwara temple.
- A long history as a cotton-trading and textile centre.
Davangere is more a business and family destination than a sightseeing city, so most travellers combine it with other stops instead of treating it as a stand-alone holiday.
Plan your trip
Same-day return or overnight
At roughly four hours each way, a same-day return is possible only for a short errand, because you need to allow for the drive in both directions. For a wedding, an event or meetings, an overnight stay is more comfortable.
If you are heading further, Davangere lies on the way to Hampi, Hubli and Belgaum. You may also like our Chitradurga page for a combined route.
Wedding guests and office groups often travel together in a Tempo Traveller, while small families choose an Innova or sedan.
Before you travel
Handy things to know
If food is on your mind, ask your driver for a benne dose stop in town; local eateries are the best place to try it. Since Davangere is a busy commercial city, parking near markets and wedding halls can be tight, so share the exact address with us beforehand.
For multi-day stays, our round trip cab page explains how the minimum daily distance applies.
Vehicle options
Cabs for the Davangere run
Vehicle availability depends on your travel date. Tell us your group size and luggage when booking and we will suggest a suitable option.
Tariff
Bangalore to Davangere round-trip rates
| Vehicle | Round-trip rate | Driver allowance |
|---|---|---|
| Maruti Suzuki Dzire (sedan) | ₹14 / km | ₹350 |
| Toyota Etios (sedan) | ₹14 / km | ₹350 |
| Maruti Suzuki Ciaz (sedan) | ₹14 / km | ₹350 |
| Toyota Innova | ₹16 / km | ₹400 |
| Toyota Innova Crysta | ₹22 / km | ₹400 |
| Toyota Innova Hycross | ₹25 / km | ₹400 |
| Tempo Traveller | On request | ₹600 |
| Mini bus (21 / 24 seater) | On request | ₹600 |
Round trip, minimum 300 km per day. Fares are inclusive of GST, and the final bill is based on the actual distance travelled. Hill-station charges, interstate permits, state permits, tolls and parking are extra. One-way drop fares are confirmed when you book.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How far is Davangere from Bangalore by road?
About 290 km one way from central Bengaluru, about 3 h 45 min of driving without traffic or stops in route-planner data. A round trip is about 575 km.
Can I return to Bangalore on the same day?
It is possible for a short visit with an early start, but you will spend much of the day on the road. For events or meetings, overnight is more relaxed.
Is there a taxi service for one-way trips to Davangere?
Yes, you can ask for a one-way drop. Share your dates when you call 99640 09999 and the fare will be confirmed at booking.
How is a round trip billed?
Round trips are billed on actual kilometres with a minimum of 300 km per day, plus the driver allowance. Tolls and parking are extra. The rate table on this page shows the vehicle options.
Do I need an interstate permit?
No. Davangere is in Karnataka, so only tolls and parking are extra.
Which cab is best for a family function?
Two or three people can take a sedan. Larger families with gifts and bags usually prefer an Innova or Crysta, and big wedding groups can ask about the Tempo Traveller.
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