Coimbatore to Mysore Bus: KSRTC, TNSTC & Private Bus Timings, Fare & Booking

Mysore (Mysuru) is one of the most popular weekend destinations for people in Coimbatore, and the bus is the easiest way to get there. Buses run through the day and night on this route, from budget ordinary services to Volvo AC and private sleepers. This guide brings together KSRTC, TNSTC and private bus timings, fares, boarding points, travel time and booking tips so you can pick the right bus quickly.

Who Runs Buses from Coimbatore to Mysore?

KSRTC Coimbatore to Mysore Bus Timings

KSRTC (Karnataka) lists its first Coimbatore-Mysore bus at about 04:32 AM and the last at about 11:00 PM. A sample of morning departures on the booking listings:

Departure times and seat availability change by date. Treat this table as a guide and confirm on the booking site before you travel.

TNSTC Coimbatore to Mysore Bus Timings

TNSTC buses to Mysore follow the Annur - Sathyamangalam - Chamarajanagar - Nanjangud route. Timing lists compiled by bus-timing sites show departures roughly like these:

These timings come from third-party timetable pages that may be outdated. TNSTC changes schedules often, so check the official TNSTC booking site or the enquiry counter before you plan around a specific departure.

Private Bus Timings and Fare

Private operators on this route are limited and mostly run overnight AC or sleeper-type services. Listings show a late-evening departure (around 9:30 PM) with fares in the range of about Rs. 1,400 for a sleeper-type seat, and a longer stated journey time than the state buses. Prices and routing differ by operator, so compare the boarding point, dropping point and total hours before paying. If you are travelling during a festival or long weekend, private fares can rise further.

Coimbatore to Mysore Bus Fare

Fares are approximate and depend on date, demand and bus type. Online booking may add a small convenience fee.

Where to Board in Coimbatore

• Gandhipuram Central Bus Terminus: the main intercity hub; many TNSTC and long-distance services start here.
• Mettupalayam Road bus terminus (Sai Baba Colony): serves routes towards Ooty, Gudalur, Kotagiri, Coonoor and Mysore, so check whether your bus leaves from here.
• Omni bus stand area: the pick-up zone for many private buses.

Boarding points shift from time to time, and some services also pick up at other stops en route. Always read the boarding point on your ticket. For stand locations and facilities, see our Coimbatore bus stands guide.

Bus Route and Travel Time

Most buses follow this route:

Fast Airavat and limited-stop services can take about 4.5 hours, while ordinary buses that stop in many towns can take 5 to 6.5 hours. Traffic at Sathyamangalam, ghat sections and festival crowds can add extra time, so keep a buffer if you have a connection or hotel check-in.

Mysore to Coimbatore Return Buses

For the return, KSRTC listings show buses from Mysore as early as about 01:30 AM and as late as 11:50 PM, with fares from about Rs. 239 up to about Rs. 803 and a journey time of around 4 hours 45 minutes on faster services. If you are returning on a Sunday or the last day of a holiday, book your return seat before you leave Coimbatore.

Where to book: the official KSRTC Karnataka and TNSTC sites give state-bus tickets directly, and apps such as redBus, AbhiBus, MakeMyTrip and Goibibo list state and private buses together. Compare the final price after fees, since it can differ between platforms. You can also buy tickets at the bus terminus counters on the day, but popular morning and night services can sell out.

Travel Tips

• Book 2-3 days ahead for weekends, long weekends and the Dasara season, when Mysore gets very crowded.
• Choose an Airavat Volvo if you want AC comfort and a quicker run.
• Take a window seat on the left side for forest and hill views on the Sathyamangalam stretch.
• Keep small change for local autos and city buses on arrival.
• Carry a light jacket, since AC buses and early mornings can be chilly.
• Use official sites or trusted apps to avoid fake booking pages.

Top Places to Visit in Mysore

Once you step off the bus, these are the places most visitors from Coimbatore plan first:

Planning a longer break? Explore more places to visit near Coimbatore, or compare cab options on our Coimbatore taxi services page if you prefer to travel by road in a group.

Frequently Asked Questions

Note: Timings, fares and boarding points are indicative and change often. Please confirm on the official booking site or at the bus terminus before you travel.