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Bhusawal to Araku Valley

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Bhusawal, Maharashtra to Araku Valley, Andhra Pradesh.

1040 kmDistance
20.8 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹40,128
Ertiga₹51,048
Innova₹53,232
Innova Crysta₹65,652
Tempo Traveller (12)₹90,360

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,140
AC Seater₹1,870
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,660
AC Sleeper₹2,390
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹2,960
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Train
Sleeper₹650
Economy₹1,070
Third AC₹1,490
Second AC₹2,110
First AC₹2,940
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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: Bhusawal to Araku Valley

1040 km · ~22h 48m · About 21h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Bhusawal

    Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 150

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  3. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 300

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  4. 47 km · 56m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 347

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 497

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 647

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  7. 47 km · 56m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 693

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 843

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 993

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  10. 47 km · 56m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Araku Valley

    Araku Valley, Andhra Pradesh

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: Bhusawal to Araku Valley

1040 km · ~23h 6m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Bhusawal

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bhusawal. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Bhusawal → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~520 km

    ~11h 33m|Tentative fare ₹570–₹1,510

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 520)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Araku Valley. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  4. change point 1 → Araku Valley

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~520 km

    ~11h 33m|Tentative fare ₹570–₹1,510

  5. Arrive in Araku Valley

    Araku Valley, Andhra Pradesh

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Bhusawal to Araku Valley

Nearest railway stations: Bhusaval Jn for Bhusawal, Arakku for Araku Valley.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 31h 7m in total

Okha Puri Weekly Express#18402 · Express
04:00 AMJalgaon Jn
21h 41m161 stops
01:41 AM+1dMarripalem

Change trains at Marripalem — about 5h 20m wait

Visakhapatnam Kirandul Passenger#58501 · Passenger
07:01 AMMarripalem
4h 6m14 stops
11:07 AMGorapur

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.

Bhusawal to Araku Valley: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Bhusawal to Araku Valley is about 1040 km by road, roughly 20.8 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1040 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹40,128 · Ertiga ₹51,048 · Innova ₹53,232 · Innova Crysta ₹65,652 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹90,360
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,140 · AC Seater ₹1,870 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,660 · AC Sleeper ₹2,390 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,960
  • Train: Sleeper ₹650 · Economy ₹1,070 · Third AC ₹1,490 · Second AC ₹2,110 · First AC ₹2,940

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Araku Valley.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Bhusawal to Araku Valley. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Akola170 km from Bhusawal

    Maharashtra

  2. Yavatmal330 km from Bhusawal

    Maharashtra

  3. Adilabad420 km from Bhusawal

    Telangana

  4. Chandrapur500 km from Bhusawal

    Maharashtra

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Things to Do in Araku Valley

Borra Caves

These are among the largest and oldest caves in India, located about 35 km from Araku Valley. Known for their stunning stalactite and stalagmite formations, the caves…

Araku Valley Coffee Plantations

Araku Valley is widely known for its organic coffee plantations, which are cultivated by local tribal communities. Visitors can explore these plantations to understand…

Ananthagiri Hills

This is one of the most scenic hill regions on the route to Araku Valley, known for its lush forests, coffee plantations, and cool climate. It is a popular stop for…

Padmapuram Gardens

It is a well-known tourist attraction in Araku Valley, developed as a botanical garden with various plant species and tree-top huts. The garden provides a relaxing…

Kothapally Waterfalls

This is a relatively unexplored natural spot near Araku Valley, surrounded by forest and hills. It is less crowded compared to major waterfalls and offers a peaceful…

Duduma Waterfalls

This is one of the highest waterfalls in southern India, located near the Andhra Pradesh–Odisha border. Formed by the Machkund River, the waterfall drops from a…

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Suggested Araku Valley Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Araku Valley

  • Travel from Bhusawal to Araku Valley (about 20.8 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Chaparai Waterfalls

Day 2Explore Araku Valley

  • Visit Ananthagiri Hills
  • Visit Arma Konda

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Ranajilleda Waterfalls
  • Head back to Bhusawal
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