Race Weekend Logistics
Travel & Stay
Your complete guide to reaching the Kolar Gold Fields and finding the perfect base camp for race day.
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How to Reach
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By Road
KGF is well connected by National and State Highways from all major cities in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.
Bengaluru → KGF via NH 75: ~95 km (2 hrs)
Chennai → KGF via NH 48: ~240 km (4.5 hrs)
Mysuru → KGF via Tumkur Rd: ~165 km (3 hrs)
Hyderabad → KGF via NH 44: ~480 km (8 hrs)
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By Rail
Kolar Railway Station is the nearest railhead. Bengaluru City Junction (KSR) is the closest major junction.
Kolar Junction – 12 km from KGF town
Bengaluru (KSR / Byappanahalli) to Kolar: 1.5 hrs
Taxis & autos available outside station to race venue
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By Air
Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR) is the nearest international airport.
BLR Airport → KGF: ~115 km (2.5 hrs via NH 75)
Cab services: Ola/Uber/Meru available at airport
Pre-book cabs to avoid race-weekend surge pricing
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Race Weekend Tip: Roads near the venue may experience heavy traffic on race morning. Runners are strongly advised to arrive at least 90 minutes before their race start time. Carpooling with fellow participants is encouraged.
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Where to Stay
Official Partner
Hotel KGF Grand
1.2 km from Venue
The closest full-service hotel to the race start. Race-day early check-in available. Luggage storage and runner welcome kits provided.
Early Check-in
Breakfast
Luggage Store
AC Rooms
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Map & Directions
Kolar Gold Fields, Karnataka — Race Start/Finish Area.
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Parking Info
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Zone A – Main Lot
Located 200 m from the Start/Finish arch.
Reserved for registered runners.