How to Get Mysore By plane
The nearest domestic and international airport is Bangalore airport (130km from Mysore)
Mysore Airport (MYQ) is currently non-operational. However, it was recently announced that it would be reopened and expanded to accommodate small 50-seater aircraft.
How to Get Mysore By train
Mysore Junction is the city's main station, and there are daily trains plying the route between Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, New Delhi, Thanjavur as well as smaller and lesser known Indian cities.
The fastest and possibly the most comfortable way to travel between Mysore and Bangalore and Mysore and Chennai is on the Mysore-Chennai (via Bangalore) Shatabdi Express, which covers the Mysore-Bangalore leg of the journey in 2 hours and the Mysore-Chennai section in 7 hours. Although slightly more expensive than other trains, all the Shatabdi's coaches are air-conditioned and meals, snacks and a bottle of mineral water are included in the cost of the fare.
A one way ticket from Mysore to Bangalore on Shatabdi would cost about 305 Indian Rupees. A round trip sleeper class seat/bed from Chennai to Mysore costs about 430 Indian Rupees.
A one way ticket from Mysore to Bangalore on other express train would cost about 46 Indian Rupees. There are many trains available from Mysore to Bangalore and vice versa. Tippu Express being the famous one which covers the distance of 140Kms in about 2.5 hours.Tippu express leaves Mysore at 11 A.M and reaches bangalore by 1.30 PM and leaves Bangalore by 2.20PM and reaches Mysore within 4.55PM
How to Get Mysore By bus
Buses run every 5 minutes on the Bangalore route, and there is a choice of both A/C and non-A/C vehicles. During the weekends, these buses are often full, so it is advisable to reserve a seat in advance. The KSRTC (Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation) buses are very comfortable, especially the Volvo (Luxury) buses. A one-way ticket from Bangalore to Mysore costs 160 Indian Rupees.
Mysore has two major bus stands. All KSRTC buses arrive and depart from the Central bus stand (aka sub-urb bus stand), while local buses use the City bus stand. It takes about 2.5 hours to reach Mysore from Bangalore by Volvo (Luxury) buses.
How to Get Mysore By car
Mysore and Bangalore have a direct road connection, but be warned about driving in India, which is especially dangerous at night because of speeding trucks. The 4 lane expressway between Bangalore and Mysore is now complete, and allows the 140 km journey to be covered in about 2.5 hours.
Get around Mysore
Getting around in Mysore is cheaper than most Indian cities.
Auto Rickshaws - Usually go by the meter, but drivers politely refuse to down the meters especially at Railway Stations, Bus Stations etc. The more your attire and luggage announce that you are a tourist the less the chances of drivers going by the meter. Price is 6.00 Rs per KM, with a minimum fare of 12.00 Rs
Tourist Cabs - Are the best choice in case you want to tour the city all day or visit nearby places like SriRangaPattanam etc. Costs about 5.00 Rs per KM.
Jhutka Gaadi - Jhutka Gaadis(Horse drawn carriages) are very much in use in Mysore even today. One of the few remaining vestiges of the old pre-independance Mysore. A Jhutka stand exists in the railway station. Though a cheap mode of transport, it is advisable to negotiate the fare with the driver.
Most Car rentals in India come with a driver which is possibly the best way to go. In Mysore look up: Kaveri Travels in Kuvempunagar.
