Roorkee to Vellore
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Roorkee, Uttarakhand to Vellore, Tamil Nadu.
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: Roorkee to Vellore
2454 km · ~53h 5m · About 49h of driving split over 6 days, plus stops.
- Start from Roorkee
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.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 409Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 559Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 709Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 818Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 968Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1118Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1227Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1377Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1527Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1636Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1786Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1936Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 2045Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2195Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2345Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop
Arrive in VelloreVellore, 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: Roorkee to Vellore
2454 km · ~54h 33m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Roorkee
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Roorkee. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Roorkee → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~818 km
~18h 11m|Tentative fare ₹900–₹2,340
- Change buses at a major city (around km 818)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Vellore. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → change point 2
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~818 km
~18h 11m|Tentative fare ₹900–₹2,340
- Change buses at a major city (around km 1636)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Vellore. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 2 → Vellore
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~818 km
~18h 11m|Tentative fare ₹900–₹2,340
- Arrive in Vellore
Vellore, 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: Roorkee to Vellore
Nearest railway stations: Roorkee for Roorkee, Katpadi Jn for Vellore.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 43h 54m in total
Change trains at Pragati Maidan — about 1h 29m wait
1 change · 43h 54m in total
Change trains at Pragati Maidan — about 1h 10m wait
1 change · 43h 54m in total
Change trains at Pragati Maidan — about 1h 10m wait
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.
Roorkee to Vellore: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Roorkee to Vellore is about 2454 km by road, roughly 49.1 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 2454 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹94,108 · Ertiga ₹1,19,875 · Innova ₹1,25,028 · Innova Crysta ₹1,54,045 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,12,636
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,700 · AC Seater ₹4,420 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,930 · AC Sleeper ₹5,640 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹6,920
- Train: Sleeper ₹1,500 · Economy ₹2,480 · Third AC ₹3,470 · Second AC ₹4,940 · First AC ₹6,900
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 Vellore.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Roorkee to Vellore. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
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Things to Do in Vellore
Explore Vellore Fort
Walk through the massive granite ramparts, cross the moat bridge, and discover the fort's history, including the site of the 1806 mutiny. Inside, visit the…
2-3 hours
Admire Jalakandeswarar Temple
Dedicated to Shiva, this temple is renowned for its intricate stone carvings, depicting mythological scenes and deities in the Vijayanagara style. Spend time observing…
1-2 hours
Visit Sripuram Golden Temple
Marvel at the temple's gold-leafed vimana and sanctum, set within landscaped gardens and a star-shaped path. Enjoy the serene atmosphere and participate in the daily…
2-3 hours
Learn about the Vellore Mutiny
Engage with the history of the 1806 uprising at the fort's museum and memorial plaques. Understand how this early revolt against British policies set the stage for…
1 hour
Discover Christian Medical College
Though primarily a hospital, CMC's heritage buildings and museum offer insight into its founding in 1900 and its role in medical education and service. Visitors can…
1-2 hours
Stroll through the Golden Temple Gardens
Beyond the shrine, the sprawling gardens provide a peaceful retreat with fountains, flower beds, and shaded walkways. Perfect for quiet reflection and photography.
1 hour
Suggested Vellore Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Vellore
- Travel from Roorkee to Vellore (about 49.1 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Vellore Fort
Day 2Explore Vellore
- Visit Jalakandeswarar Temple
- Visit Sripuram Golden Temple (Mahalakshmi Temple)
- Visit Vellore Mutiny Heritage Walk
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Amirthi Zoological Park
- Head back to Roorkee
Extend Your Trip
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Vellore → Tiruvannamalai
About 100 km by road
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