What are the top travel tips for Hampi Ruins?

Rent a bicycle to explore the vast complex. Visit Matanga Hill for a panoramic sunrise. Stay across the river in Virupapura Gaddi.

Where is Hampi Ruins located?

Hampi Ruins is in Karnataka, India, at 15.3350° N, 76.4600° E. The nearest major city and transport hub is Goa (Panaji), about 283 km away.

What are the best places to visit near Hampi Ruins?

Top attractions near Hampi Ruins include Jogulamba Devi Temple, Alampur (about 189 km away), Lepakshi Veerabhadra Temple (about 210 km away), Gokarna (about 246 km away) — all easy to combine on a Karnataka trip.

What is the entry fee at Hampi Ruins for foreign tourists?

Foreign nationals pay ₹600 to enter Hampi Ruins (rates last verified 2025-10). Indian and other ticket tiers are listed in the Entry Fee section above.

How to reach Hampi Ruins from Bengaluru?

Hampi Ruins is about 362 km from Bengaluru. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹240, 7h 4m), Train (3AC) (~₹650, 6h 33m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹665, 7h 39m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹240) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (6h 33m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.

How to reach Hampi Ruins from Hyderabad?

Hampi Ruins is about 393 km from Hyderabad. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹255, 7h 36m), Train (3AC) (~₹690, 7h 2m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,100, 7h 32m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹255) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (7h 2m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.

How to reach Hampi Ruins from Pune?

Hampi Ruins is about 562 km from Pune. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹345, 10h 34m), Train (3AC) (~₹910, 9h 44m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,540, 10h 37m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹345) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (9h 44m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.

Hampi Ruins Tourism 2026 – Places to Visit, Things to Do, Best Time & Itinerary

About Hampi Ruins

Vijayanagara Empire ruins scattered across a boulder-strewn UNESCO World Heritage landscape.

Best Time to Visit

October to February

Essential for the long walks between historical sites. The boulder-strewn landscape is best explored in the cooler mornings.

Entry fees in your currency

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Indian Adult₹40$…
SAARC / BIMSTEC₹40$…
Foreign National₹600$…
Children below 15Free—
Composite ticket (Vittala + Zenana Enclosure + Lotus Mahal + Elephant Stables)Included—
Coracle (round leather boat) ride on Tungabhadra₹100 – ₹200 / person$…
Bicycle / scooter rental for the day₹100 / ₹400$…

Live INR rates, refreshed hourly. Confirm at the gate counter — entry fees may have changed since this page was updated.

Entry Fee · Tickets

How much does it cost to visit Hampi Ruins?

Visitor CategoryPrice

Indian Adult
₹40
SAARC / BIMSTEC
₹40
Foreign National
₹600
Children below 15
Free

Additional charges

Composite ticket (Vittala + Zenana Enclosure + Lotus Mahal + Elephant Stables)Single ticket valid for the day at all major ASI sites in Hampi — keep the stub
Included
Coracle (round leather boat) ride on Tungabhadra
₹100 – ₹200 / person
Bicycle / scooter rental for the dayBest way to cover the 26 sq km site
₹100 / ₹400

Open daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. — no weekly closure
The composite ticket (₹40 / ₹600) is bought once at the Vittala Temple gate and shown at every other ASI site the same day
Carry water and a sunhat — the boulder landscape has minimal shade

Prices indicative — verify at the official counter or website before your visit.Updated 2025-10

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Travel Tips

Rent a bicycle to explore the vast complex
Visit Matanga Hill for a panoramic sunrise
Stay across the river in Virupapura Gaddi

How to Reach Hampi Ruins

Hampi Ruins is located in Karnataka, India at coordinates 15.335°N, 76.46°E. You can reach Hampi Ruins by air (nearest airport in Karnataka), train, or road. Use YatraJunction's free fare calculator to compare live train, bus and flight prices, and to build an AI-powered itinerary tailored to your budget and travel dates.

How to reach Hampi Ruins from major cities

Hampi Ruins from Bengaluru

~362 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹240 · 7h 4m
Train (3AC) ₹650 · 6h 33m
State Bus (Deluxe) ₹665 · 7h 39m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹5,010 · 6h 50m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹240) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (6h 33m).

Hampi Ruins from Hyderabad

~393 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹255 · 7h 36m
Train (3AC) ₹690 · 7h 2m
Volvo AC Bus ₹1,100 · 7h 32m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹5,405 · 7h 23m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹255) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (7h 2m).

Hampi Ruins from Pune

~562 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹345 · 10h 34m
Train (3AC) ₹910 · 9h 44m
Volvo AC Bus ₹1,540 · 10h 37m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹7,605 · 10h 28m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹345) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (9h 44m).

Hampi Ruins from Chennai

~601 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹370 · 11h 15m
Train (3AC) ₹960 · 10h 22m
Volvo AC Bus ₹1,645 · 11h 20m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹8,115 · 11h 11m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹370) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (10h 22m).

Hampi Ruins from Mumbai

~705 km by road

Train (Sleeper Class) ₹420 · 13h 3m
Train (3AC) ₹1,095 · 12h 1m
Volvo AC Bus ₹1,910 · 13h 13m
Outstation Cab (Sedan) ₹9,460 · 13h 4m

Cheapest: Train (Sleeper Class) (₹420) · Fastest: Train (3AC) (12h 1m).

Hampi Ruins from Ahmedabad

~1184 km by road

Train (3AC) ₹1,715 · 19h 42m
Train (2AC) ₹2,485 · 19h 42m
Volvo AC Bus ₹3,160 · 21h 56m
Flight (Economy) ₹6,460 · 4h 13m

Cheapest: Train (3AC) (₹1,715) · Fastest: Flight (Economy) (4h 13m).

Fares are indicative estimates based on distance — verify with the operator before booking.

Planning Your Visit to Hampi Ruins

Hampi Ruins lies in Karnataka, India, and ranks among the state’s most-visited heritage destinations. The nearest major city and transport gateway is Goa (Panaji), roughly 283 km away — most travellers route through Goa (Panaji) by air or rail before continuing on to Hampi Ruins. Time your trip for October to February for the most comfortable weather.

Visitors from United States are eligible for India’s e-Tourist Visa — apply online a few days before you fly. Foreign nationals pay ₹600 entry at Hampi Ruins, and all on-site costs are in Indian Rupees (₹); use the currency converter above to see each ticket tier in your home currency.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Hampi Ruins?: The best time to visit Hampi Ruins is October to February. Essential for the long walks between historical sites. The boulder-strewn landscape is best explored in the cooler mornings.
What are the top travel tips for Hampi Ruins?: Rent a bicycle to explore the vast complex. Visit Matanga Hill for a panoramic sunrise. Stay across the river in Virupapura Gaddi.
Where is Hampi Ruins located?: Hampi Ruins is in Karnataka, India, at 15.3350° N, 76.4600° E. The nearest major city and transport hub is Goa (Panaji), about 283 km away.
What are the best places to visit near Hampi Ruins?: Top attractions near Hampi Ruins include Jogulamba Devi Temple, Alampur (about 189 km away), Lepakshi Veerabhadra Temple (about 210 km away), Gokarna (about 246 km away) — all easy to combine on a Karnataka trip.
What is the entry fee at Hampi Ruins for foreign tourists?: Foreign nationals pay ₹600 to enter Hampi Ruins (rates last verified 2025-10). Indian and other ticket tiers are listed in the Entry Fee section above.
How to reach Hampi Ruins from Bengaluru?: Hampi Ruins is about 362 km from Bengaluru. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹240, 7h 4m), Train (3AC) (~₹650, 6h 33m), State Bus (Deluxe) (~₹665, 7h 39m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹240) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (6h 33m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
How to reach Hampi Ruins from Hyderabad?: Hampi Ruins is about 393 km from Hyderabad. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹255, 7h 36m), Train (3AC) (~₹690, 7h 2m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,100, 7h 32m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹255) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (7h 2m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.
How to reach Hampi Ruins from Pune?: Hampi Ruins is about 562 km from Pune. Options include Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹345, 10h 34m), Train (3AC) (~₹910, 9h 44m), Volvo AC Bus (~₹1,540, 10h 37m). The cheapest is usually Train (Sleeper Class) (~₹345) and the fastest is Train (3AC) (9h 44m). Fares are indicative — verify with the operator before booking.