Bangalore to Badami Cab
Book a Bangalore to Badami cab with BLR Cabs to explore the Chalukyan rock-cut cave temples, along with nearby Aihole and Pattadakal — a UNESCO World Heritage circuit. Doorstep pickup from Bangalore with drop at Badami.
Distance & Travel Time
The Bangalore to Badami distance by road is approximately 460 km via Chitradurga and Hospet. Travel time is roughly 8.5–9 hours, so most travellers plan an overnight halt or an early start.
The commonly used route is Bangalore → Tumkur → Chitradurga → Hospet → Badami, largely on NH48/NH50.
- Long single stretch — plan a meal break at Chitradurga or Hospet
- Good national highway condition for most of the drive
- Badami is only about 2 hours from Hampi, easy to combine
- Early start recommended to reach by afternoon for sightseeing
Cab Fare & Vehicle Options (Estimate)
A Bangalore to Badami cab fare is estimated as distance (km) × per-km rate, plus driver bata (allowance) for overnight/outstation trips. Tolls, state-entry permits/interstate tax and parking are charged extra, actuals as applicable. Below is an ESTIMATE only — confirm the exact quote before booking.
| Vehicle | Rate | Min. Billing | Driver Bata |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan (Swift Dzire / Etios) | ₹13/km | 300 km/day | ₹350/day |
| Ertiga | ₹18/km | 300 km/day | ₹400/day |
| Innova Crysta | ₹20/km | 300 km/day | ₹400/day |
| Tempo Traveller (12-seater) | ₹26/km (AC) | 300 km/day | ₹500/day |
Sedan (Swift Dzire / Etios)
- Rate
- ₹13/km
- Min. Billing
- 300 km/day
- Driver Bata
- ₹350/day
Ertiga
- Rate
- ₹18/km
- Min. Billing
- 300 km/day
- Driver Bata
- ₹400/day
Innova Crysta
- Rate
- ₹20/km
- Min. Billing
- 300 km/day
- Driver Bata
- ₹400/day
Tempo Traveller (12-seater)
- Rate
- ₹26/km (AC)
- Min. Billing
- 300 km/day
- Driver Bata
- ₹500/day
| Vehicle | Estimated Round-Trip KM | Estimate (excl. tolls/permits) |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan @ ₹13/km | ~920 km | Distance × ₹13 + ₹350/day bata |
| Ertiga @ ₹18/km | ~920 km | Distance × ₹18 + ₹400/day bata |
| Innova Crysta @ ₹20/km | ~920 km | Distance × ₹20 + ₹400/day bata |
| Tempo Traveller @ ₹26/km (AC) | ~920 km | Distance × ₹26 + ₹500/day bata (min 300 km/day) |
Sedan @ ₹13/km
- Estimated Round-Trip KM
- ~920 km
- Estimate (excl. tolls/permits)
- Distance × ₹13 + ₹350/day bata
Ertiga @ ₹18/km
- Estimated Round-Trip KM
- ~920 km
- Estimate (excl. tolls/permits)
- Distance × ₹18 + ₹400/day bata
Innova Crysta @ ₹20/km
- Estimated Round-Trip KM
- ~920 km
- Estimate (excl. tolls/permits)
- Distance × ₹20 + ₹400/day bata
Tempo Traveller @ ₹26/km (AC)
- Estimated Round-Trip KM
- ~920 km
- Estimate (excl. tolls/permits)
- Distance × ₹26 + ₹500/day bata (min 300 km/day)
These figures are an ESTIMATE for planning only, based on published per-km rates. Final fare depends on exact pickup point, route taken, number of days, sightseeing detours and vehicle availability. Tolls, parking, forest/interstate permits and state tax are additional and paid actuals.
Which Cab Should You Choose for Badami?
Given the distance and heritage-circuit walking, an Innova Crysta offers extra comfort; groups touring Badami-Aihole-Pattadakal-Hampi together often book a Tempo Traveller.
Sedan
Best for: 1–4 passengers, couples, light luggage, budget-focused one-way or round trips.
Ertiga
Best for: 4–6 passengers, small families, moderate luggage.
Innova Crysta
Best for: families wanting extra cabin space, senior travellers, multi-day trips, more luggage.
Tempo Traveller / Urbania / Mini Bus (9–25 seater)
Best for: pilgrimage groups, corporate teams and family/friends tours larger than six travelling together.
One-Way & Round Trip Options
Book a one-way cab from Bangalore to Badami when you only need the drop. A one-way drop suits travellers combining Badami with a Hampi trip on a different return route.
A round-trip cab keeps the same vehicle and driver for the return journey and any sightseeing in between. A 2–3 day round trip is the most common way to cover the full Badami-Aihole-Pattadakal-Hampi heritage circuit.
Multi-day round trips are billed on total kilometres run plus driver bata per night halt (minimum daily km applies as per the vehicle chosen) — request a specific quotation for your dates.
Suggested Badami Trip Itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Drive from Bangalore via Chitradurga and Hospet; overnight halt at Badami.
- 2
Day 2
Explore the Badami Cave Temples, Bhutanatha Temple and Agastya Lake, then visit Pattadakal in the afternoon.
- 3
Day 3
Visit Aihole's temple cluster, then drive back to Bangalore or continue to Hampi.
Places to Visit in the Badami Circuit
Badami Cave Temples
Four rock-cut Chalukyan cave temples carved into a sandstone cliff.
Agastya Lake & Bhutanatha Temple
A scenic lake surrounded by ancient temples and cliffs.
Pattadakal
A UNESCO World Heritage cluster of 8th-century Chalukyan temples, about 30 minutes from Badami.
Aihole
Often called the "cradle of Indian temple architecture", with over 100 early temples.
Badami Fort
A hilltop fort with panoramic views over the town and lake.
Route via Chitradurga & Hospet
- Tumkur
- Chitradurga
- Hospet
- Badami
This route runs close to Hampi, making a combined Badami-Hampi heritage tour a natural extension.
Badami-Aihole-Pattadakal Tour Package Ideas
This UNESCO heritage circuit is best explored as a multi-day tour.
- Badami + Pattadakal + Aihole (2 days)
- Badami + Hampi combined heritage tour (3–4 days)
- Corporate/history-group heritage tours with a Tempo Traveller
- Photography and architecture study tours
Bangalore Airport to Badami Cab
BLR Cabs can arrange a Bangalore Airport to Badami cab directly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), useful if you're arriving by flight and continuing straight onward without entering the city. Share the following at the time of booking:
- Passenger name
- Flight number
- Arrival date & time
- Terminal
- Passenger count
- Luggage count
- Exact Badami destination
Why Book Bangalore to Badami Cab with BLR Cabs?
Doorstep Pickup
Start directly from your Bangalore home, hotel, apartment or office.
Multiple Vehicle Options
Choose Sedan, Ertiga, Innova Crysta, Tempo Traveller or a mini bus for larger groups.
Professional Drivers
Drivers experienced with long outstation, ghat and highway routes.
One-Way & Round-Trip Options
Choose the booking type that fits your schedule.
Transparent Fare Quote
Trip-specific pricing shared before you confirm.
Bangalore Airport Pickup
Continue directly from Kempegowda International Airport to Badami.
How to Book a Bangalore to Badami Cab
- 1
Step 1 — Share Trip Details
Bangalore pickup point, Badami destination, travel date, return date, passenger count, luggage and one-way or round-trip requirement.
- 2
Step 2 — Choose Your Vehicle
Select a Sedan, Ertiga, Innova Crysta, Tempo Traveller or mini bus based on group size.
- 3
Step 3 — Receive Your Fare
Get a quotation based on distance, days and route.
- 4
Step 4 — Confirm Your Booking
Review fare conditions and confirm the trip.
- 5
Step 5 — Receive Driver Details
Driver and vehicle details are shared ahead of pickup.
Best Time to Visit Badami
October to March offers pleasant weather for exploring the cave temples and heritage sites. Summers (April–June) can be very hot in this part of North Karnataka.
Pickup Areas in Bangalore
- South Bangalore — HSR Layout, Koramangala, BTM Layout, JP Nagar, Jayanagar, Banashankari, Electronic City, Bannerghatta Road
- East Bangalore — Whitefield, Marathahalli, Bellandur, Sarjapur Road, Indiranagar, KR Puram, Mahadevapura
- North Bangalore — Hebbal, Yelahanka, Manyata Tech Park, Hennur, Thanisandra, Jakkur
- Central & West Bangalore — MG Road, Majestic, Malleshwaram, Rajajinagar, Vijayanagar, Yeshwanthpur
- Bangalore Airport pickup can also be arranged.
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