Bhatkal Bus Station is situated in the Bhatkal town center. Located in Uttara Kannada District, it is a major bus terminal in Karnataka. Bhatkal is situated on National Highway 17. Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) operates the bus station. Buses run from Bhatkal to Karwar, Shimoga and Mangalore. Regular services are also available to nearby places.
Bhatkal Beach and Bhatkal Fort are the prime attractions in Bhatkal.