Anantapur to Tiruvannamalai
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh to Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Anantapur to Tiruvannamalai
411 km · ~8h 53m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Anantapur
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop
Arrive in TiruvannamalaiTiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Anantapur to Tiruvannamalai
411 km · ~9h 8m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Anantapur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Anantapur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Anantapur → Tiruvannamalai
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~411 km
~9h 8m|Tentative fare ₹450–₹1,200
- Arrive in Tiruvannamalai
Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Anantapur to Tiruvannamalai
Nearest railway stations: Anantapur for Anantapur, Tiruvannamalai for Tiruvannamalai.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 22h 27m in total
Change trains at Pakala Jn — about 10h 7m wait
1 change · 25h 34m in total
Change trains at Krishna Canal — about 3h 56m wait
1 change · 28h 1m in total
Change trains at Panapakam — about 17h 23m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Anantapur to Tiruvannamalai: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Anantapur to Tiruvannamalai is about 411 km by road, roughly 8.2 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 411 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹17,565 · Ertiga ₹22,290 · Innova ₹23,235 · Innova Crysta ₹28,710 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹39,300
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹450 · AC Seater ₹740 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹660 · AC Sleeper ₹950 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,200
- Train: Sleeper ₹280 · Economy ₹440 · Third AC ₹610 · Second AC ₹850 · First AC ₹1,180
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Things to Do in Tiruvannamalai
Explore Arunachaleswarar Temple
Spend time in this vast temple complex, admiring the towering Rajagopuram, the thousand-pillared hall, and the sacred Sivaganga tank. Participate in the daily rituals…
2-3 hours
Perform Girivalam (Hill Circumambulation)
Walk the 14-kilometre path around Arunachala Hill, preferably barefoot. The route is dotted with shrines, and the experience is both physically demanding and…
4-5 hours
Visit Sri Ramanasramam
Sit in the meditation hall where Ramana Maharshi taught, visit his samadhi, and explore the ashram's bookshop and museum. The serene atmosphere is ideal for…
1-2 hours
Climb to Virupaksha Cave and Skandashram
Hike up the hill to the caves where Ramana Maharshi lived and meditated. The path is steep but offers panoramic views and a sense of solitude.
2-3 hours
Witness Karthigai Deepam (if visiting in Nov-Dec)
Join the massive crowds to witness the lighting of the giant lamp atop Arunachala Hill. The festival includes processions, cultural events, and a spectacular visual…
Half-day
Meditate at the Ramana Ashram's Old Hall
Spend time in the Old Hall, where Ramana Maharshi gave his silent teachings. The hall retains a powerful spiritual vibration and is open for meditation.
1-2 hours
Suggested Tiruvannamalai Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Tiruvannamalai
- Travel from Anantapur to Tiruvannamalai (about 8.2 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Arunachaleswarar Temple
Day 2Explore Tiruvannamalai
- Visit Arunachala Hill
- Visit Sri Ramanasramam
- Visit Virupaksha Cave
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Villupuram
- Head back to Anantapur
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Tiruvannamalai trip and see the full Anantapur → Tiruvannamalai → next stop route.
Tiruvannamalai → Yelagiri
About 80 km by road
Tiruvannamalai → Kanchipuram
About 125 km by road
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