Bangalore Mangalore Expressway in the southern state of India, Karnataka, once complete in 2028, will help reduce travel time between the two cities. Keep reading to know more about this expressway.
Bengaluru Mangalore Expressway is a proposed four to six-lane expressway covering a distance of 335 km. According to the Bangalore Mangalore expressway map, it will pass through Hassan, offering a scenic view of the Subrahmanya Ghat section of the Western Ghats. Bangalore-Kunigal-Hassan-Sakleshpur-Bantwal-Mangalore will be covered by the expressway.
The construction of the expressway is expected to begin in 2028. Currently, the bids for the construction have been received. In this blog get the key facts of the expressway, districts it will cover, and bidding companies.
Quick Facts: Bangalore Mangalore Expressway
Here are some quick facts about the Bangalore Mangalore expressway:-
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Particulars |
Description |
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Name of the expressway |
Bangalore Mangalore expressway |
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Length of the project |
335 km |
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Lanes |
4, can be expanded to 6 |
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Travel time |
Reduce to approximately 3 – 4 hours |
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Districts covered |
Bangalore, Kunigal, Hassan, Sakleshpur, Bantwal, Mangalore |
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Cost of the project |
Not Finalised |
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Speed limit |
120 Kmph |
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Current status |
A Detailed Project Report (DPR) is being prepared (Nine bids for the construction have been received) |
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Owner of the expressway |
National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) |
Bangalore Mangalore Expressway Route – Districts & Cities
Bangalore Mangalore Expressway route will pass through 6 districts of Karnataka. The names of the districts are as follows:-
- Bangalore
- Kunigal
- Hassan
- Sakleshpur
- Bantwal
- Mangalore
The Bangalore Mangalore expressway route will pass through 6 main cities which are as below. 7 hours and 17 minutes between Bangalore and Mangalore. This is the current time taken, which is 7 to 8 hours, with the new Bangalore Mangalore Expressway the time will be between 3 to 4 hours. One of the key cities the route passes through is Hassan.
– Bangalore
– Kunigal
– Hassan
– Sakleshpur
– Bantwal
– Mangalore
Bengaluru Mangaluru Expressway Map
The Bangalore Mangalore expressway map is as below. It shows the travel time of 7 hours and 17 minutes between Bangalore and Mangalore. This is the current time taken, which is 7 to 8 hours, with the new Bangalore Mangalore Expressway the time will be between 3 to 4 hours. One of the key cities the route passes through is Hassan.
Bangalore Mangalore Expressway: Project Cost
An estimated cost of the Bengaluru Mangalore expressway has not yet been decided; however, both state and central governments will pay for the construction.
Bangalore Mangalore Expressway: Travel Time
According to the reports, it is said that the travel time between Bangalore and Mangalore will be reduced to just 3 to 4 hours with the new expressway. This will reduce travel time by 4 to 5 hours. Currently it takes 7 to 8 hours to cover the Bangalore to Mangalore distance. The total distance will also be reduced to 335 km from the current 416 km.
Bidders for Bangalore Mangalore Expressway
In July 2024, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) invited bids for the preparation of DPR (detailed project report). In November 2024, they received bids from nine companies. However, they have not given the tender to any company as of now.
The following companies have bid to prepare detailed project reports of the new upcoming expressway:-
- AICONS Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
- Chaitanya Projects Consultancy Pvt. Ltd.
- Consulting Engineers Group Ltd.
- Egis India Consulting Engineers Pvt. Ltd.
- Lion Engineering Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
- L N Malviya Infra Projects Pvt. Ltd.
- Monarch Surveyors and Engineering Consultants Ltd.
- SA Infrastructure Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
- Theme Engineering Services Pvt. Ltd.
Popular Places to Visit While Traveling on Mangalore Bangalore Expressway
While travelling on the Bangalore Mangalore expressway, you can visit these places of interest:-
- Gommateshwara Temple
- Halebeedu Temple
- Chikmagalur
- Kudremukh National Park
- Sakleshpur
Bangalore Mangalore Expressway: Real Estate Impact
Real estate demand will increase among the districts through which the expressway passes. Real estate markets especially of Hassan and Mangalore are expected to see appreciation in property prices, once the expressway is complete. Also, due to increased economic activity, realty demand will spike. This will lead to many developers coming up with new projects.
Wrapping Up: Bangalore Mangalore Expressway
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) continuously works to improve the country’s road infrastructure. The government has decided to construct the Bengaluru-Mangaluru Expressway to connect Bangalore with Mangalore. The expressway aims to offer seamless connectivity between these two cities and reduces travel time to 3 to 4 hours. This blog has covered the Bangalore Mangalore Expressway map, cost, and more, as per currently available information.
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