Plan your Gokarna beach trip from Bangalore — distance, routes, best beaches (Om Beach, Half Moon Beach), vehicle options, and travel tips.
Distance and Travel Time
Gokarna is approximately 490 km from Bangalore via NH48 and NH66 (coastal route). The journey takes 8–9 hours. Best done as an overnight drive or start very early.
Best Beaches
Om Beach (famous for OM-shaped shoreline), Half Moon Beach, Paradise Beach, Kudle Beach, and Gokarna Main Beach. Om Beach is the most popular with restaurants and activities.
Mahabaleshwar Temple
Gokarna is also a major pilgrimage site with the Mahabaleshwar Temple housing one of the most sacred Shivalingams in India. Combine the temple visit with beach exploration.
Two vs Three Day Trip
Two days: cover main beaches and temple. Three days: explore all beaches, trek between them, and enjoy water activities like kayaking and snorkeling.