If you live in Bengaluru and your “15-minute errand” routinely becomes a 90-minute odyssey, you’re not alone. A growing slice of the city’s tech workforce is quietly relocating to Mysuru — drawn by cleaner air, saner commutes, and more attainable homes — while still keeping one foot in the Bengaluru job market.

Below is what’s behind the shift, what’s changing on the ground, and how to evaluate whether the Mysuru move adds up for you.

1) Connectivity just got real (and is getting better)

• Road: The 118-km Bengaluru–Mysuru Expressway (NH-275), dedicated on March 12, 2023, cut typical road travel from ~3 hours to about 75–90 minutes, materially shrinking the psychological and practical distance between the two cities. Government notes explicitly projected the 75-minute target and highlighted the corridor’s role in catalyzing regional growth.
• Rail: The Chennai–Bengaluru–Mysuru Vande Bharat runs six days a week, putting Mysuru on a fast, premium rail spine with the state capital. Timings and frequency make same-day return trips practical for many hybrid workers.
• Air (near-term upgrades): Mysuru Airport is slated for a runway extension with land transfer and utility-relocation funds cleared by the state — meant to handle larger aircraft and expand direct connectivity. Local leaders have also pushed for expediting the upgrade.
• On the horizon: A semi-high-speed Namo Bharat (RRTS) concept has been floated for Bengaluru–Mysuru (~145 km) with an ~1-hour runtime — early-stage, but indicative of policy direction toward regional commuting.

Why it matters: Better links make hybrid living feasible — work in Bengaluru a couple of days a week, live in Mysuru the rest.

2) The quality-of-life delta is real

• Air & cleanliness: Mysuru consistently posts gentler AQI readings than big metros and was recognized in July 2025 among the cleanest Indian cities in its population bracket in the Swachh awards. Real-time dashboards also show Mysuru frequently in “Good/Moderate” bands.
• Heritage & greenery: Beyond the daily metrics, Mysuru’s cultural fabric (Mysore Palace, Brindavan Gardens, and proximity to forests like Nagarahole) creates that often-cited “calm” Bengaluru residents crave — backed by the state’s tourism brief.

Why it matters: For families (or anyone burned out by megacity pace), day-to-day life feels lighter.

3) Housing is more attainable

• Prices: Property portals put Mysuru’s average asking prices well below Bengaluru’s popular IT corridors. Example snapshots for Mysuru show average ₹8.4k/sq ft, while prime Bengaluru projects — especially a Luxury House in Bangalore, Sobha Projects in Bangalore or Whitefield villas — command far higher rates.
• Cost-of-living: Crowd-sourced indices suggest you need significantly less income in Mysuru to maintain an equivalent lifestyle versus Bengaluru (assuming you rent in both cities).

Why it matters: You can often trade a cramped 2BHK in Bengaluru for a brighter, larger home (or even a villa plot) in Mysuru — without stretching EMIs.

4) There’s a real (and growing) tech footprint

Mysuru isn’t just “sleepy” — it has a credible tech and knowledge base:

• Infosys Mysuru hosts one of the world’s largest corporate training campuses, creating a steady churn of tech talent and allied services.
• The city supports a mix of IT services, product firms, BPM, and ed-tech players — smaller than Bengaluru, but enough to sustain local roles and secondments while many professionals remain employed by Bengaluru headquarters.

Why it matters: Even if your primary job sits in Bengaluru, Mysuru offers a backup ecosystem (and spousal/partner employment options) that’s deeper than most tier-2 cities.

5) The move is no longer fringe — there’s a visible trend

Mainstream reportage has documented tech professionals relocating out of Bengaluru — citing traffic, air, space, and the new connectivity as triggers — with Mysuru high on the shortlist.

6) What neighborhoods are hot?

• North & Northwest Mysuru (Hebbal–Hootagalli) for proximity to industrial/IT areas and the ring road.
• South Mysuru (Vijayanagar, JP Nagar) for schools, parks, and quick highway access toward Bengaluru.
• Outward growth along expressway-linked corridors has seen appreciation spillover as infrastructure consolidated. (Market commentary varies, but the direction of travel is clear.)

7) Trade-offs to consider (be realistic)

• Commuting reality: The expressway is fast, but door-to-door depends on Bengaluru city traffic and last-mile to your office. Pilot your own Monday/Thursday run before committing.
• Flight options: Airport upgrades are in motion but not complete; for many routes you’ll still route via Bengaluru (BLR) until the longer runway and more slots materialize.
• Job density: Bengaluru still wins for role variety and salary bands; Mysuru’s tech jobs exist but are thinner — plan for hybrid or remote arrangements with your current employer.

8) A quick decision framework

Run the math

• Compare your current rent/EMI to Mysuru options (use a 10-year horizon).
• Factor commute frequency: 2 days/week in Bengaluru vs full-remote changes costs a lot.
• Cross-check cost-of-living assumptions using multiple sources (indices + your own basket).

Trial the lifestyle

• Spend a week in Mysuru during regular workdays — measure AQI, commute to BLR once, try schools/clinics, and do evening errands.

Plan for connectivity

• Keep an eye on Vande Bharat timings, expressway peak hours, and airport upgrade milestones; these move the needle on convenience.

Bottom line

Mysuru brings a compelling quality-of-life + connectivity + affordability trifecta that’s increasingly hard to find in a major tech hub. While Bengaluru still boasts top-tier options for those seeking a Luxury House in Bangalore, Sobha Projects in Bangalore, many tech professionals now see Mysuru as a practical alternative that balances lifestyle with career. With the expressway operational, premium rail in place, and airport expansion advancing, shifting home base to India’s heritage capital could be the lifestyle upgrade that pays you back — daily.