Bangalore to Thanjavur Cab
Book a Bangalore to Thanjavur cab with BLR Cabs to visit the UNESCO-listed Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Palace and the wider Chola-era heritage trail. Doorstep pickup anywhere in Bangalore.
Distance & Travel Time
The Bangalore to Thanjavur distance by road is approximately 370 km via Salem and Trichy. Travel time is roughly 7 hours.
The commonly used route is Bangalore → Hosur → Salem → Namakkal → Trichy → Thanjavur, mostly on NH44 before switching to NH83.
- Bangalore city exit traffic near Electronic City/Hosur Road
- Salem and Trichy bypass stretches
- Toll plazas en route
- Thanjavur town traffic near the temple complex
- Rest and meal stops around Trichy
Cab Fare & Vehicle Options (Estimate)
A Bangalore to Thanjavur cab fare is calculated as distance (km) × per-km rate, plus driver bata (allowance) for overnight/outstation trips. Tolls, Tamil Nadu interstate permit/tax and parking are charged extra, actuals as applicable.
| 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/permit/tax) |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan @ ₹13/km | ~740 km | Distance × ₹13 + ₹350/day bata |
| Ertiga @ ₹18/km | ~740 km | Distance × ₹18 + ₹400/day bata |
| Innova Crysta @ ₹20/km | ~740 km | Distance × ₹20 + ₹400/day bata |
| Tempo Traveller @ ₹26/km (AC) | ~740 km | Distance × ₹26 + ₹500/day bata (min 300 km/day) |
Sedan @ ₹13/km
- Estimated Round-Trip KM
- ~740 km
- Estimate (excl. tolls/permit/tax)
- Distance × ₹13 + ₹350/day bata
Ertiga @ ₹18/km
- Estimated Round-Trip KM
- ~740 km
- Estimate (excl. tolls/permit/tax)
- Distance × ₹18 + ₹400/day bata
Innova Crysta @ ₹20/km
- Estimated Round-Trip KM
- ~740 km
- Estimate (excl. tolls/permit/tax)
- Distance × ₹20 + ₹400/day bata
Tempo Traveller @ ₹26/km (AC)
- Estimated Round-Trip KM
- ~740 km
- Estimate (excl. tolls/permit/tax)
- 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, number of days, sightseeing detours and vehicle availability. Tolls, parking, Tamil Nadu interstate permit/tax are additional and paid at actuals.
Which Cab Should You Choose for Thanjavur?
Thanjavur is usually combined with Trichy on a multi-day heritage trip, so an Innova Crysta or Tempo Traveller suits families and groups.
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 pilgrimage or leisure trips.
Tempo Traveller / Urbania (9–17 seater)
Best for: groups larger than six, temple pilgrimage groups, corporate teams and joint-family tours.
Mini Bus (20–32 seater)
Best for: large pilgrimage groups, wedding parties and school/college trips needing one vehicle for everyone.
One-Way & Round Trip Options
Book a one-way cab from Bangalore to Thanjavur when you only need the drop. A one-way drop suits travellers combining it with a longer Chola heritage circuit ending elsewhere.
A round-trip cab keeps the same vehicle and driver for the return journey and any sightseeing in between. A round trip suits a 2–3 day temple and heritage tour combined with Trichy.
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 Thanjavur Trip Plan
- 1
Day 1
Depart Bangalore early morning, reach Trichy by afternoon and visit the Rockfort Temple.
- 2
Day 2
Drive to Thanjavur (~55 km), visit the Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Palace and the Saraswathi Mahal Library.
- 3
Day 3
Optional visit to Kumbakonam's temples before starting the return drive to Bangalore.
Places to Visit in Thanjavur
Brihadeeswarar Temple
A UNESCO World Heritage 11th-century Chola temple with a 66-metre vimana, one of the largest in India. Open 6 AM–8:30 PM, with a midday closure roughly 12:30–4 PM.
Thanjavur Maratha Palace
The former royal residence, housing the Saraswathi Mahal Library and an art gallery.
Saraswathi Mahal Library
One of the oldest libraries in Asia, with rare manuscripts.
Thanjavur Art Gallery
A collection of Chola bronzes and stone sculptures within the palace complex.
Schwartz Church
A notable colonial-era church near the palace.
Route via Salem & Trichy
- Hosur
- Salem
- Namakkal
- Trichy
- Thanjavur
Trichy is the natural stop for food, fuel and an overnight halt before continuing the short distance to Thanjavur.
Pilgrimage & Tour Package Ideas — Thanjavur
- Trichy + Thanjavur (2–3 days) — twin temple-town circuit
- Thanjavur + Kumbakonam (3–4 days) — extended Chola temple trail
- Thanjavur + Trichy + Madurai (5 days) — grand Tamil Nadu temple tour
Tamil Nadu Interstate Permit & Tax
This trip crosses from Karnataka into Tamil Nadu, so an interstate permit and Tamil Nadu road/entry tax apply to the vehicle in addition to the per-km fare. BLR Cabs arranges the applicable permit and tax for outstation Tamil Nadu trips — these are billed as actuals over and above the estimated fare, along with tolls and parking.
Bangalore Airport to Thanjavur Cab
BLR Cabs can arrange a Bangalore Airport to Thanjavur 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 Thanjavur destination
Why Book Bangalore to Thanjavur Cab with BLR Cabs?
Doorstep Pickup
Start directly from your Bangalore home, hotel, apartment or office.
Full Fleet Options
Sedan, Ertiga, Innova Crysta, Tempo Traveller, Urbania or a mini bus for any group size.
Professional Drivers
Drivers experienced with long outstation highways and Tamil Nadu interstate travel.
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 Thanjavur.
How to Book a Bangalore to Thanjavur Cab
- 1
Step 1 — Share Trip Details
Bangalore pickup point, Thanjavur 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, route and applicable interstate permit/tax.
- 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 Thanjavur
October to February offers the most comfortable weather for temple and heritage sightseeing; summers (March–June) can be very hot in this inland delta region.
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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