Puducherry to Araku Valley
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Puducherry, Puducherry to Araku Valley, Andhra Pradesh.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
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: Puducherry to Araku Valley
1018 km · ~21h 22m · About 20h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.
- Start from Puducherry
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
189 km · 3h 47m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 339Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 489Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
189 km · 3h 47m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 679Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 829Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
189 km · 3h 47m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Araku ValleyAraku 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: Puducherry to Araku Valley
1018 km · ~22h 38m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Puducherry
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Puducherry. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Puducherry → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~509 km
~11h 19m|Tentative fare ₹560–₹1,480
- Change buses at a major city (around km 509)
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.
- change point 1 → Araku Valley
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~509 km
~11h 19m|Tentative fare ₹560–₹1,480
- 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: Puducherry to Araku Valley
Nearest railway stations: Puducherry for Puducherry, Arakku for Araku Valley.
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
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.
Puducherry to Araku Valley: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Puducherry to Araku Valley is about 1018 km by road, roughly 20.4 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 1018 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹39,343 · Ertiga ₹50,032 · Innova ₹52,169 · Innova Crysta ₹64,358 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹88,512
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,120 · AC Seater ₹1,830 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,630 · AC Sleeper ₹2,340 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,900
- Train: Sleeper ₹640 · Economy ₹1,050 · Third AC ₹1,460 · Second AC ₹2,070 · First AC ₹2,880
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.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Puducherry to Araku Valley. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Mahabalipuram110 km from Puducherry
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- Chennai175 km from Puducherry
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- Peddapuram810 km from Puducherry
Hotels in Araku Valley
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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…
Suggested Araku Valley Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Araku Valley
- Travel from Puducherry to Araku Valley (about 20.4 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 Puducherry
Extend Your Trip
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Araku Valley → Anakapalli
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