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Haridwar to Araku Valley

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

1789 kmDistance
35.8 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹68,367
Ertiga₹87,152
Innova₹90,909
Innova Crysta₹1,11,943
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,54,776

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,970
AC Seater₹3,220
Non-AC Sleeper₹2,860
AC Sleeper₹4,110
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹5,060
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Train
Sleeper₹1,100
Economy₹1,820
Third AC₹2,530
Second AC₹3,610
First AC₹5,040
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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: Haridwar to Araku Valley

1789 km · ~38h 27m · About 36h of driving split over 4 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Haridwar

    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. 147 km · 2h 57m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 447

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 597

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 747

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

  7. 147 km · 2h 57m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 895

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1045

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1195

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

  10. 147 km · 2h 57m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1342

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

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1492

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

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1642

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

  13. 147 km · 2h 57m 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: Haridwar to Araku Valley

1789 km · ~39h 46m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Haridwar

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

  2. Haridwar → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~895 km

    ~19h 53m|Tentative fare ₹980–₹2,560

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 895)

    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) · ~895 km

    ~19h 53m|Tentative fare ₹980–₹2,560

  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: Haridwar to Araku Valley

Nearest railway stations: Haridwar Jn for Haridwar, Arakku for Araku Valley.

No direct train found — best options with a change

2 changes · 50h 38m in total

Dehradun Chennai Express#12688 · Superfast
08:29 AMMotichur
34h 55m240 stops
07:24 PM+1dKrishna Canal

Change trains at Krishna Canal — about 1h 55m wait

Falaknuma Express#12704 · Superfast
09:19 PMKrishna Canal
6h 6m59 stops
03:25 AM+1dMarripalem

Change trains at Marripalem — about 3h 36m wait

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

2 changes · 50h 38m in total

Dehradun Chennai Express#12688 · Superfast
08:29 AMMotichur
30h 59m213 stops
03:28 PM+1dWarangal

Change trains at Warangal — about 4h 19m wait

Godavari SF Express#12728 · Superfast
07:47 PMWarangal
9h 50m84 stops
05:37 AM+1dMarripalem

Change trains at Marripalem — about 1h 24m wait

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

2 changes · 59h 12m in total

Kumbh Express#12370 · Superfast
11:55 PMHaridwar Jn
27h 20m236 stops
03:15 AM+2dHowrah Jn

Change trains at Howrah Jn — about 7h 45m wait

HOWRAH - YESVANTPUR AC Duronto Exp#12245 · Duronto
11:00 AMHowrah Jn
12h 52m153 stops
11:52 PMKottavalasa

Change trains at Kottavalasa — about 7h 41m wait

Visakhapatnam Kirandul Passenger#58501 · Passenger
07:33 AMKottavalasa
3h 34m10 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.

Haridwar to Araku Valley: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Haridwar to Araku Valley is about 1789 km by road, roughly 35.8 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1789 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹68,367 · Ertiga ₹87,152 · Innova ₹90,909 · Innova Crysta ₹1,11,943 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,54,776
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,970 · AC Seater ₹3,220 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹2,860 · AC Sleeper ₹4,110 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹5,060
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,100 · Economy ₹1,820 · Third AC ₹2,530 · Second AC ₹3,610 · First AC ₹5,040

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 Haridwar to Araku Valley. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Moradabad180 km from Haridwar

    Uttar Pradesh

  2. Kasganj310 km from Haridwar

    Uttar Pradesh

  3. Khajuraho770 km from Haridwar

    Madhya Pradesh

  4. Umaria990 km from Haridwar

    Madhya Pradesh

  5. Bhilai1330 km from Haridwar

    Chhattisgarh

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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 Haridwar to Araku Valley (about 35.8 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 Haridwar
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