Town in Karnataka, India
Internet in Hampi: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Hampi?
Median fixed broadband in India is 64 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi in cafés is slow and drops often; mobile data works in the bazaar and island, but video calls are unreliable.
Getting online in Hampi
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre is rare; most guesthouses rely on mobile broadband or satellite links. Not suited to long remote-work stays. |
| Cafés and coworking | Wifi in cafés is slow and drops often; mobile data works in the bazaar and island, but video calls are unreliable. |
| Outages | Frequent power cuts, especially in the hot season |
| Tourist SIM | Airtel kiosks in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru arrivals halls; passport, visa and photo needed. About ₹350–450 for 28 days with 1.5–2 GB a day. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Jio, Airtel, Vi |
| Monthly data plan | ₹350–600 ($3.6–6.2) |
| Blocked services | TikTok, WeChat and many other Chinese apps are banned since 2020; VPNs are legal. Regional mobile-internet shutdowns happen during unrest. |
Coworking in Hampi
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in South Asia
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Nepal | 89 Mbps | — |
| Bangladesh | 71 Mbps | 39 Mbps |
| India | 64 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Sri Lanka | 37 Mbps | 59 Mbps |
| Pakistan | 18 Mbps | 32 Mbps |
| Afghanistan | 6 Mbps | 19 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Hampi?
Median fixed broadband in India is 64 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi in cafés is slow and drops often; mobile data works in the bazaar and island, but video calls are unreliable.
Which SIM card should I get in Hampi?
Airtel kiosks in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru arrivals halls; passport, visa and photo needed. About ₹350–450 for 28 days with 1.5–2 GB a day.
Can I use an eSIM in India?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: India
- Jio
- Airtel
- Vi
- Archaeological Survey of India (Hampi ticketing)
- Karnataka Tourism
- Indian Railways (IRCTC)
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.