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Nellore to Tirumala

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Nellore, Andhra Pradesh to Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh.

142 kmDistance
2.8 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,270
Ertiga₹6,687
Innova₹6,971
Innova Crysta₹8,613
Tempo Traveller (12)₹11,790

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹160
AC Seater₹260
Non-AC Sleeper₹230
AC Sleeper₹330
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹450
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Train
Sleeper₹120
Economy₹170
Third AC₹230
Second AC₹310
First AC₹430
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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: Nellore to Tirumala

142 km · ~2h 50m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Nellore

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

  2. 142 km · 2h 50m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Tirumala

    Tirumala, 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: Nellore to Tirumala

142 km · ~3h 9m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Nellore

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

  2. Nellore → Tirumala

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~142 km

    ~3h 9m|Tentative fare ₹160–₹450

  3. Arrive in Tirumala

    Tirumala, 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: Nellore to Tirumala

Nearest railway stations: Nellore South for Nellore, Tirupati Main for Tirumala.

Direct trains

Narayanadri Express#12734 · Superfast
03:02 AMNellore South
2h 28m15 stops
05:30 AMRenigunta Jn
Bhubaneswar - Tirupati Weekly Special#08471 · Express
06:22 AMNellore South
2h 48m15 stops
09:10 AMRenigunta Jn
PATNA - ERNAKULAM Express#16360 · Express
06:33 AMNellore South
2h 42m16 stops
09:15 AMRenigunta Jn
Bilaspur-Ernakulam Express#22815 · Superfast
07:21 AMNellore South
2h 24m17 stops
09:45 AMTirupati West Halt
Bilaspur Tirunelveli SF Express#12787 · Superfast
07:26 AMNellore South
2h 19m17 stops
09:45 AMTirupati West Halt

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.

Nellore to Tirumala: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Nellore to Tirumala is about 142 km by road, roughly 2.8 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 142 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,270 · Ertiga ₹6,687 · Innova ₹6,971 · Innova Crysta ₹8,613 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹11,790
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹160 · AC Seater ₹260 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹230 · AC Sleeper ₹330 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹450
  • Train: Sleeper ₹120 · Economy ₹170 · Third AC ₹230 · Second AC ₹310 · First AC ₹430

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

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Things to Do in Tirumala

Chandragiri Fort

This fort was built in the 11th century. This site features stucco work and abundance natural light.

Govindaraja Swamy Temple

This temple is a few blocks north from the Tirupati train station.

Kapila Theertham Falls

This is a holy waterfall with a temple dedicated to Venkateshwar near its base. To see the full glory of this waterfall, visit during the monsoon season when the falls…

Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park

Asia's second largest zoo, with an area of 5,500 acres. It is built on the concept of Hindu mythology and exhibits only animals that are mentioned in ancient epics.

Tiruchanur

Tiruchanur is the abode of Goddess Padmavathi Devi. It is 5 km from Tirupati.

Mukkoti

This is Sri Agastheeswarar Swamy (Shiva) Temple along with Goddess Aanandavalli. It's near Kaloor village which is around 12 km from Tirupati.

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Suggested Tirumala Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Tirumala

  • Travel from Nellore to Tirumala (about 2.8 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Ghat Roads

Day 2Explore Tirumala

  • Visit Kalyana Venkateswara Temple
  • Visit Sri Venkateswara National Park
  • Visit Kalyani Dam

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Kapila Theertham Falls
  • Head back to Nellore
Suggested from Tirumala's top sights.

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