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Jhansi to Araku Valley

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

1179 kmDistance
23.6 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹45,090
Ertiga₹57,470
Innova₹59,946
Innova Crysta₹73,825
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,02,036

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,300
AC Seater₹2,120
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,890
AC Sleeper₹2,710
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹3,350
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Train
Sleeper₹740
Economy₹1,210
Third AC₹1,680
Second AC₹2,390
First AC₹3,330
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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: Jhansi to Araku Valley

1179 km · ~25h 35m · About 24h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Jhansi

    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. 93 km · 1h 52m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 393

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 543

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 693

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

  7. 93 km · 1h 52m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 786

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 936

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1086

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

  10. 93 km · 1h 52m 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: Jhansi to Araku Valley

1179 km · ~26h 14m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Jhansi

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

  2. Jhansi → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~590 km

    ~13h 7m|Tentative fare ₹650–₹1,700

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 590)

    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) · ~590 km

    ~13h 7m|Tentative fare ₹650–₹1,700

  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: Jhansi to Araku Valley

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

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 44h 33m in total

AMRITSAR - VISAKHAPATNAM Hirakud Exp#18508 · Express
02:34 PMDatia
33h 11m225 stops
11:45 PM+1dMarripalem

Change trains at Marripalem — about 7h 16m wait

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

1 change · 44h 53m in total

Samata Express#12808 · Superfast
02:14 PMDatia
27h 53m171 stops
06:07 PM+1dMarripalem

Change trains at Marripalem — about 12h 54m wait

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

1 change · 46h 45m in total

Swarna Jayanti Express#12804 · Superfast
12:22 PMDatia
28h 59m210 stops
05:21 PM+1dMarripalem

Change trains at Marripalem — about 13h 40m 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.

Jhansi to Araku Valley: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Jhansi to Araku Valley is about 1179 km by road, roughly 23.6 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1179 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹45,090 · Ertiga ₹57,470 · Innova ₹59,946 · Innova Crysta ₹73,825 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,02,036
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,300 · AC Seater ₹2,120 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,890 · AC Sleeper ₹2,710 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹3,350
  • Train: Sleeper ₹740 · Economy ₹1,210 · Third AC ₹1,680 · Second AC ₹2,390 · First AC ₹3,330

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

  1. Tikamgarh105 km from Jhansi

    Madhya Pradesh

  2. Jabalpur375 km from Jhansi

    Madhya Pradesh

  3. Rajnandgaon710 km from Jhansi

    Chhattisgarh

  4. Dhamtari795 km from Jhansi

    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 Jhansi to Araku Valley (about 23.6 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 Jhansi
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