Complete transport guide: flights, trains, buses, and local transport. Trip Planning travel planning.
arrow_back Back to main guideAirport: Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR), 140km from Ranganathittu
Mysore Junction (MYS)
Main railway station in Mysore, well-connected to major cities.
Booking: IRCTC or 12Go.asia
Note: Trains more comfortable for long journeys.
₹50-200
Best for: Short distances within Mysore
Bargain for the fare before starting the journey. Ensure the meter is running or agree on a price beforehand.
₹200-500
Best for: Comfortable travel for longer distances
Book through the app for transparent pricing. Check the driver's rating and reviews.
₹20-50
Best for: Budget travel
Can be crowded.
Smart strategies to beat the rush and travel peacefully
Walk 15 minutes beyond main monuments to find empty viewpoints
alternativesVisit hill stations in winter (Jan-Feb) for snow and zero crowds
seasonBook homestays in villages near tourist cities for authentic, uncrowded experience
alternativesCoorg coffee plantations in monsoon = breathtaking and deserted
seasonStay overnight near attractions to explore before day-trippers arrive
strategyVisit Northeast India - spectacular and chronically under-touristed
alternativesExplore lesser-known temples and monuments in the same city
alternativesAvoid: Weekends, Indian holidays (Jan 26, Aug 15, Diwali), school vacations (May-June, Dec-Jan).
Best: Weekday mornings, monsoon season for most destinations, opposite shoulder seasons.
Use a filtered water bottle to reduce plastic waste
Avoid the monsoon season (June-October) unless visiting Ladakh or Spiti
Keep a scarf (dupatta) handy for temple and mosque visits
Ola and Uber work well in cities - These ride-sharing apps provide transparent pricing and eliminate bargaining hassles. Keep them installed.
Public restrooms charge small fees - Usually 2-10 rupees for use. The paid ones are generally cleaner than free ones.
Hindus don't eat beef; many are vegetarian
Inform your bank before traveling - International transactions can trigger fraud alerts, leaving you without access to funds when you need them most.
Marriage customs differ wildly - From elaborate multi-day Punjabi weddings to simpler Bengali ceremonies to unique northeastern tribal weddings.
Yoga teacher training is popular - Rishikesh and Kerala offer intensive courses to get certified, much cheaper than Western countries.
Vegetarianism varies by state - Over 60% in Rajasthan and Gujarat; less than 2% in coastal Kerala and Northeastern states. Plan meals accordingly.
Natural disaster preparedness varies - Earthquake-prone regions (Himalayas, Northeast) have different risks than cyclone-prone coasts or flood-prone plains.
Transport hubs as bases save money - Stay in Guwahati to explore all Northeast states; base in Bangalore for South India day trips.
Street photography is generally accepted - India's chaotic streets are photographic gold, but be respectful and unobtrusive.
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