The Mangaluru to Kottakkal bus route covers approximately 281 kms and takes about 6 hrs 28 mins. A total of 15 direct buses operated by 8 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 00:00, and the last bus leaves at 23:30.
Major boarding points in Mangaluru include Baikampady, Bejai, Haleyangadi, Jyothi Talkies, Kankanady, Kavoor, Kottara, Kulai, Kulur Bus Stop, Ladyhill, while common drop locations in Kottakkal are Changuvetty, Chankuvetty, Edarikode, Kottakkal.
RTC and private operators such as KSRTC (Kerala) offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 461 - INR 2300.00 depending on the bus type and features.



