The primary transport hubs for reaching Hampi are Hospet Junction (HPT) for train travel, located approximately 13 km away, and Hubli Airport (HBX) or Jindal Vijaynagar Airport (VDY) for air travel, situated roughly 160-166 km and 35-45 km away respectively.
The closest domestic airports are Jindal Vijaynagar Airport (VDY), approximately 35-45 km from Hampi, offering flights from Bangalore and Hyderabad, and Hubli Airport (HBX), about 160-166 km away, with flights primarily from Bangalore. From Hubli Airport, a taxi to Hampi typically takes 2.5-4 hours and can cost between ₹3,500 and ₹4,200. From Jindal Vijaynagar Airport, taxis are readily available.
The nearest railway station is Hospet Junction (HPT), located about 13 km from Hampi. Direct trains are available from major cities such as Bangalore, Hyderabad, Goa, and Mumbai. For example, a train from Bangalore to Hospet can take around 9-11 hours and cost between ₹240 and ₹5,500. From Hospet Junction, local buses to Hampi depart every 15-20 minutes, costing approximately ₹18-₹50 and taking about 20-30 minutes, or an auto-rickshaw can be hired for ₹200-₹300, reaching Hampi in about 20 minutes.
Hampi is well-connected by both state-run (KSRTC) and private buses from various cities across Karnataka and neighboring states. Buses from Bangalore to Hampi (or Hospet) typically take 6-8 hours and range from ₹400 to ₹3,200. Overnight bus services are also available from major cities like Goa, which can take 7-12 hours and cost between ₹700 and ₹4,000.
Driving to Hampi is a viable option, with well-maintained highways connecting it to major cities. A taxi from Bangalore to Hampi takes approximately 7.5-8 hours with costs starting around ₹5,970. From Goa, a taxi journey takes about 5-8 hours and can cost between ₹3,460 and ₹9,500. Taxis are also available from nearby Bellary (60-64 km), taking about 1.5-2 hours, with fares starting from ₹1,765.
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