Our Story

Manipal's Most Trusted

A family-run taxi service built on honesty, reliability, and a genuine passion for getting you there safely — every single time.

10,000+
Rides Completed
20+
Years of Service
24/7
Always Available
Any
Vehicle Available

A Journey Built on Trust

East West Travels Manipal was founded with one simple belief — that transportation should be dependable, transparent, and human. We started small, with a single car and a phone number, committed to being there when our passengers needed us most.

As a family-run business, we have always understood what it means to be responsible for someone else's journey. Whether it's a student catching an early morning flight, a family driving to a wedding, or a professional attending a client meeting — every ride matters to us personally.

Today, we operate a growing fleet of clean, air-conditioned vehicles across Manipal, Udupi, and the wider coastal Karnataka corridor. Every driver on our team has been personally vetted and trained. Every vehicle is maintained to the highest standards. That is our promise — and we keep it.

Our Journey

How We Got Here

1
Day 1

Founded in Manipal

East West Travels began with a single vehicle and a promise — reliable, honest, and comfortable transportation for every passenger.

2
Year 2

Fleet Expanded

Added Toyota Innova Crysta to serve families, corporate clients, and long-distance outstation travellers with premium comfort.

3
Year 5

Airport Transfer Specialist

Became the go-to taxi service for Mangalore International Airport transfers, trusted by students, professionals, and tourists alike.

4
Year 15

10,000+ Happy Customers

A milestone we are proud of — thousands of rides completed with zero compromise on safety, punctuality, or cleanliness.

5
Today

Coastal Karnataka's Trusted Name

Serving Manipal, Udupi, Mangalore and beyond with a well-maintained fleet of 4 vehicle types, available 24/7.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

Safety First

Every vehicle is regularly serviced and every driver is background-checked. Your safety is non-negotiable.

Always On Time

We monitor flight schedules, traffic, and routes proactively to ensure you are never kept waiting.

Premium Comfort

Clean, air-conditioned, and well-maintained vehicles with courteous drivers who treat you like family.

Customer First

No hidden charges, transparent pricing, and a team that genuinely cares about your travel experience.

10,000+
Happy Customers
20+
Years Experience
24/7
Availability
Any
Vehicle Available
Behind the Wheel

Professional Drivers You Can Trust

A great journey begins with a great driver. Every member of our team is hand-picked, trained, and held to a strict code of professionalism.

Licensed & Verified

Valid commercial driving license, background checks, and police verification for every driver.

Safety Trained

Defensive driving techniques, traffic rule compliance, and emergency preparedness training.

Multilingual

Fluent in Kannada, Hindi, English and Tulu — so you're always comfortable communicating.

Passenger-First Attitude

No music without consent, no phone calls during rides, and a consistently polite demeanour.

East West Travels happy customers

Ready to ride with Manipal's best?

Available around the clock. No hidden charges. Just reliable travel.