Thiruvananthapuram to Araku Valley
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 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: Thiruvananthapuram to Araku Valley
1644 km · ~35h 33m · About 33h of driving split over 4 days, plus stops.
- Start from Thiruvananthapuram
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.
111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 411Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 561Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 711Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 822Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 972Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1122Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1233Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1383Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1533Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
111 km · 2h 13m 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: Thiruvananthapuram to Araku Valley
1644 km · ~36h 32m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Thiruvananthapuram
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Thiruvananthapuram. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Thiruvananthapuram → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~822 km
~18h 16m|Tentative fare ₹900–₹2,350
- Change buses at a major city (around km 822)
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) · ~822 km
~18h 16m|Tentative fare ₹900–₹2,350
- 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: Thiruvananthapuram to Araku Valley
Nearest railway stations: Trivandrum Central for Thiruvananthapuram, Arakku for Araku Valley.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 42h 32m in total
Change trains at Marripalem — about 8h 3m wait
1 change · 43h 2m in total
Change trains at Marripalem — about 8h wait
1 change · 43h 2m in total
Change trains at Simhachalam North — about 7h 15m 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.
Thiruvananthapuram to Araku Valley: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Thiruvananthapuram to Araku Valley is about 1644 km by road, roughly 32.9 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 1644 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹63,191 · Ertiga ₹80,453 · Innova ₹83,905 · Innova Crysta ₹1,03,417 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,42,596
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,810 · AC Seater ₹2,960 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹2,630 · AC Sleeper ₹3,780 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹4,650
- Train: Sleeper ₹1,020 · Economy ₹1,670 · Third AC ₹2,330 · Second AC ₹3,320 · First AC ₹4,630
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 Thiruvananthapuram to Araku Valley. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Thekkady150 km from Thiruvananthapuram
Kerala
- Madurai260 km from Thiruvananthapuram
Tamil Nadu
- Karur385 km from Thiruvananthapuram
Tamil Nadu
- Tiruvannamalai615 km from Thiruvananthapuram
Tamil Nadu
- Rajahmundry1400 km from Thiruvananthapuram
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 Thiruvananthapuram to Araku Valley (about 32.9 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 Thiruvananthapuram
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Araku Valley trip and see the full Thiruvananthapuram → Araku Valley → next stop route.
Araku Valley → Koraput
About 80 km by road
Araku Valley → Vizianagaram
About 80 km by road
Araku Valley → Anakapalle
About 95 km by road
Araku Valley → Anakapalli
About 95 km by road
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