Trichy to Mangalore Train Journey with Mangalore and Karkala Sightseeing

Day 1: Train Travel and Transit

Trichy to Mangalore via Erode, India on August 14, 2025

5:20pm

Train Journey: Trichy to Erode

Board the Janshatabdi Express train from Trichy at 5:20 PM to reach Erode by 7:22 PM. Enjoy a relaxing evening train ride through Tamil Nadu's scenic routes.
INR 300, 2h2m

7:55pm

Train Journey: Erode to Mangalore

Catch the West Coast Express train from Erode at 7:55 PM heading towards Mangalore, allowing overnight travel and arriving fresh by early morning.
INR 600, 9h55m

Overnight

Rest on Train

Rest overnight on the train, making sure to secure a comfortable spot to wake up refreshed in Mangalore.
Included, Overnight

Day 2: Mangalore Exploration

Mangalore, Karnataka, India on August 15, 2025

5:50am

Arrival and Freshening Up

Arrive at Mangalore station at 5:50 AM, and freshen up before starting your day. Consider using station facilities or nearby restrooms for quick refresh.
Free, 1h

7:00am

Car Pickup and Start Local Tour

Pick up the pre-arranged car and begin exploring Mangalore. This allows comfortable visits to popular local spots at your convenience.
INR 1500 (Car rental approx.), Full day

7:30am

Breakfast at Ideal Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Mangalorean breakfast at Ideal Restaurant, known for their delicious neer dosa and filter coffee, open from 7 AM.
INR 200, 45m

10:00am

Visit Shri Gomateshwara Statue, Karkala

Drive directly to Karkala to visit the towering monolithic statue of Lord Bahubali, a major Jain pilgrimage site and a serene place for cultural appreciation.
Free, 1h30m

12:00pm

Visit Shri Saradambal Temple, Karkala

Visit Shri Saradambal Temple, an important spiritual site nearby known for its peaceful ambiance and intricate temple architecture.
Free, 1h