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Kolhapur to Tiruvannamalai

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kolhapur, Maharashtra to Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu.

936 kmDistance
18.7 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹35,915
Ertiga₹45,743
Innova₹47,709
Innova Crysta₹58,787
Tempo Traveller (12)₹81,124

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,030
AC Seater₹1,680
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,500
AC Sleeper₹2,150
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹2,670
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Train
Sleeper₹590
Economy₹970
Third AC₹1,340
Second AC₹1,900
First AC₹2,650
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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: Kolhapur to Tiruvannamalai

936 km · ~19h 43m · About 19h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Kolhapur

    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. 162 km · 3h 14m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 312

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

  4. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 462

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

  5. 162 km · 3h 14m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 624

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 774

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

  7. 162 km · 3h 14m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Tiruvannamalai

    Tiruvannamalai, 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: Kolhapur to Tiruvannamalai

936 km · ~20h 48m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Kolhapur

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

  2. Kolhapur → Tiruvannamalai

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~936 km

    ~20h 48m|Tentative fare ₹1,030–₹2,670

  3. 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: Kolhapur to Tiruvannamalai

Nearest railway stations: C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term for Kolhapur, Tiruvannamalai for Tiruvannamalai.

No direct train found — best options with a change

2 changes · 40h 24m in total

Rani Chennamma Express#16590 · Express
02:20 PMC Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term
17h 15m101 stops
07:35 AM+1dBangalore City Jn

Change trains at Bangalore City Jn — about 8h 50m wait

MYSORE - CHENNAI CENT Shatabdi Express#12008 · Shatabdi
04:25 PMBangalore City Jn
3h 10m34 stops
07:35 PMKatpadi Jn

Change trains at Katpadi Jn — about 8h 40m wait

Howrah-Puducherry Express#12867 · Superfast
04:15 AMKatpadi Jn
2h 29m6 stops
06:44 AMAndampaliam

2 changes · 40h 24m in total

Rani Chennamma Express#16590 · Express
02:20 PMC Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term
16h 38m99 stops
06:58 AM+1dYesvantpur Jn

Change trains at Yesvantpur Jn — about 4h 17m wait

YESVANTPUR - HOWRAH AC Duronto Exp#12246 · Duronto
11:15 AMYesvantpur Jn
3h 31m36 stops
02:46 PMKatpadi Jn

Change trains at Katpadi Jn — about 13h 29m wait

Howrah-Puducherry Express#12867 · Superfast
04:15 AMKatpadi Jn
2h 29m6 stops
06:44 AMAndampaliam

2 changes · 40h 24m in total

Rani Chennamma Express#16590 · Express
02:20 PMC Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term
16h 38m99 stops
06:58 AM+1dYesvantpur Jn

Change trains at Yesvantpur Jn — about 6h 32m wait

YESVANTPUR - BHAGALPUR Anga SF Exp#12253 · Superfast
01:30 PMYesvantpur Jn
3h 58m36 stops
05:28 PMKatpadi Jn

Change trains at Katpadi Jn — about 10h 47m wait

Howrah-Puducherry Express#12867 · Superfast
04:15 AMKatpadi Jn
2h 29m6 stops
06:44 AMAndampaliam

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.

Kolhapur to Tiruvannamalai: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Kolhapur to Tiruvannamalai is about 936 km by road, roughly 18.7 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 936 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹35,915 · Ertiga ₹45,743 · Innova ₹47,709 · Innova Crysta ₹58,787 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹81,124
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,030 · AC Seater ₹1,680 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,500 · AC Sleeper ₹2,150 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,670
  • Train: Sleeper ₹590 · Economy ₹970 · Third AC ₹1,340 · Second AC ₹1,900 · First AC ₹2,650

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

Want the full Tiruvannamalai guide?

Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Tiruvannamalai.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Chitradurga465 km from Kolhapur

    Karnataka

  2. Kolar750 km from Kolhapur

    Karnataka

  3. Yelagiri855 km from Kolhapur

Hotels in Tiruvannamalai

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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

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Suggested Tiruvannamalai Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Tiruvannamalai

  • Travel from Kolhapur to Tiruvannamalai (about 18.7 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 Kolhapur
Suggested from Tiruvannamalai's top sights.

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