Bangalore to Mysore — Overview
Mysore (now officially Mysuru) is one of Karnataka's most beautiful cities — famous for its magnificent palace, silk sarees, sandalwood and the grand Dasara festival. It is one of the most popular day trips and weekend getaways from Bangalore.
Travel Options
| Transport | Duration | Cost | Notes |
|---|
| Shatabdi Express | 2 hours | ₹250–600 | Fastest, most comfortable |
| KSRTC Bus (Rajahamsa) | 3 hours | ₹150–300 | Very frequent services |
| KSRTC Volvo AC | 3 hours | ₹300–500 | Comfortable AC option |
| Taxi / Cab | 2.5–3 hours | ₹2,000–3,000 | Best for families |
💡 Best option: Shatabdi Express — only 2 hours, very comfortable, great views of the Deccan plateau.
Top Places to Visit in Mysore
- Mysore Palace — One of India's most visited monuments. Illuminated on Sundays with 100,000 light bulbs.
- Chamundeshwari Temple — Hilltop temple with panoramic views of Mysore city.
- Brindavan Gardens — Musical fountain garden near KRS Dam, 19km from Mysore.
- Mysore Zoo — One of India's oldest and finest zoos.
- St. Philomena's Church — Neo-Gothic style church, one of the largest in India.
Famous Food in Mysore
- Mysore Pak — India's most famous sweet, invented in the Mysore Palace kitchen.
- Mysore Masala Dosa — Dosa with a spicy red chutney filling, unique to Mysore.
- Mysore Bonda — Deep-fried savoury dumpling, popular street snack.
- Mysore Sandal Soap — Not food, but a famous Mysore product worth buying!