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Mysuru to Tiruvannamalai

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

344 kmDistance
6.9 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹13,281
Ertiga₹16,893
Innova₹17,615
Innova Crysta₹21,727
Tempo Traveller (12)₹29,896

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹380
AC Seater₹620
Non-AC Sleeper₹550
AC Sleeper₹790
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹1,010
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Train
Sleeper₹240
Economy₹370
Third AC₹510
Second AC₹720
First AC₹990
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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: Mysuru to Tiruvannamalai

344 km · ~7h 13m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Mysuru

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest & refuel near Hogenakkal

    About 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.

  3. 194 km · 3h 53m 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: Mysuru to Tiruvannamalai

344 km · ~7h 39m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Mysuru

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

  2. Mysuru → Tiruvannamalai

    AC Seater / Volvo · ~344 km

    ~7h 39m|Tentative fare ₹380–₹1,010

    Usual tea / meal halts: Hogenakkal (~170 km)

  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: Mysuru to Tiruvannamalai

Nearest railway stations: Mysore Jn for Mysuru, Tiruvannamalai for Tiruvannamalai.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 10h 34m in total

MYSORE - CHENNAI Weekly SF Exp#22681 · Superfast
08:10 PMMysore Jn
6h 33m57 stops
02:43 AM+1dKatpadi Jn

Change trains at Katpadi Jn — about 1h 32m wait

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

1 change · 13h 44m in total

CHAMARAJANAGAR - TIRUPATI Fast Passenger#56213 · Passenger
05:00 PMMysore Jn
10h 2m58 stops
03:02 AM+1dBommasamudram

Change trains at Bommasamudram — about 56m wait

Howrah-Puducherry Express#12867 · Superfast
03:58 AMBommasamudram
2h 46m7 stops
06:44 AMAndampaliam

1 change · 16h 29m in total

MYSORE - CHENNAI CENT Shatabdi Express#12008 · Shatabdi
02:15 PMMysore Jn
5h 20m56 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

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.

Mysuru to Tiruvannamalai: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Mysuru to Tiruvannamalai is about 344 km by road, roughly 6.9 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 344 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹13,281 · Ertiga ₹16,893 · Innova ₹17,615 · Innova Crysta ₹21,727 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹29,896
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹380 · AC Seater ₹620 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹550 · AC Sleeper ₹790 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,010
  • Train: Sleeper ₹240 · Economy ₹370 · Third AC ₹510 · Second AC ₹720 · First AC ₹990

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

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Suggested Tiruvannamalai Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Tiruvannamalai

  • Travel from Mysuru to Tiruvannamalai (about 6.9 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 Mysuru
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