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The most efficient means of transport is to have a private vehicle since there are no direct buses from Mysore to Somnathpur.

Mysore to Somnathpur by Road :

You can reach by two routes, from Mysore. The first route is via Bannur, located about 8km north of Somnathpur. The distance is about 32km from Mysore.Take SH33 towards Malavalli and Bangalore to come out of Mysore city. At Bannur leave the highway and take the right diversion to Somnathpur.
Road Route 1: Mysore --> 25km --> Bannur --> 8km --> Somnathpur

The other road route from Mysore is via T.Narsipur and Sosale. T.Narsipura is about 8km south of Somnathpur. Mysore to Somnathpur via T.Narsipur is about 41km (25miles). Take the NH212 out of Mysore city. At T. Narsipur leave the highway and take diversion to Somnathpur road (Bannur road).

Road Route 2: Mysore --> 35km --> T.Narsipur --> 8km --> Somnathpur

In both the routes to Somnathpur, the last few km stretch is a bit bumpy, otherwise you can cover this distance in about 1 hour time.

Mysore to Somnathpur by Bus :

There are no direct buses to Somnathpur from Mysore. Your best bet is to get a bus to Bannur or T.Narsipur. And then look for a local bus or other shared means (van, auto-rickshaw etc) that goes via Somnathpur.

Both private buses and KSRTC buses operate to Bannur and T.Narsipur from Mysore.

During the Mysore Dasara season (September-October) KSRTC operates special services from Mysore city including Somnathpur and other nearby attractions like Talakadu.

Also there are conducted tours operated by KSTDC, that covers Somnathpur also. This is a whirlwind day trip quickly covering many attractions.