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Shivpuri to Araku Valley

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh to Araku Valley, Andhra Pradesh.

1240 kmDistance
24.8 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹47,768
Ertiga₹60,788
Innova₹63,392
Innova Crysta₹78,162
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,07,660

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,360
AC Seater₹2,230
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,980
AC Sleeper₹2,850
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹3,520
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Train
Sleeper₹770
Economy₹1,270
Third AC₹1,770
Second AC₹2,510
First AC₹3,500
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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: Shivpuri to Araku Valley

1240 km · ~26h 48m · About 25h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Shivpuri

    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. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 300

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

  4. 113 km · 2h 16m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 413

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 563

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 713

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

  7. 113 km · 2h 16m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 827

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 977

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1127

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

  10. 113 km · 2h 16m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Araku Valley

    Araku 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: Shivpuri to Araku Valley

1240 km · ~27h 34m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Shivpuri

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

  2. Shivpuri → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~620 km

    ~13h 47m|Tentative fare ₹680–₹1,790

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 620)

    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.

  4. change point 1 → Araku Valley

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~620 km

    ~13h 47m|Tentative fare ₹680–₹1,790

  5. 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: Shivpuri to Araku Valley

Nearest railway stations: Shivpuri for Shivpuri, 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.

Shivpuri to Araku Valley: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Shivpuri to Araku Valley is about 1240 km by road, roughly 24.8 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1240 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹47,768 · Ertiga ₹60,788 · Innova ₹63,392 · Innova Crysta ₹78,162 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,07,660
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,360 · AC Seater ₹2,230 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,980 · AC Sleeper ₹2,850 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹3,520
  • Train: Sleeper ₹770 · Economy ₹1,270 · Third AC ₹1,770 · Second AC ₹2,510 · First AC ₹3,500

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.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Chanderi120 km from Shivpuri

    Madhya Pradesh

  2. Damoh365 km from Shivpuri

    Madhya Pradesh

  3. Rajnandgaon770 km from Shivpuri

    Chhattisgarh

  4. Jagdalpur1090 km from Shivpuri

    Chhattisgarh

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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…

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Suggested Araku Valley Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Araku Valley

  • Travel from Shivpuri to Araku Valley (about 24.8 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 Shivpuri
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