Whenever I get a chance I visit this place for the Darshan of mata chamundeshwari . Many local buses and even Volvo flees from mysore bustand. Except big ques if you are visiting on Tuesdays Fridays or holidays. Best time to visit for a quick Darshan is during evenings. Entry free for all but special Darshan is also there for Rs.100 per person. Lot of hotels available. Nice senerary of mysore and illuminated palace can be watched during evenings.