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Tumakuru to Tiruvannamalai

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Tumakuru, Karnataka to Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu.

320 kmDistance
6.4 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹12,424
Ertiga₹15,784
Innova₹16,456
Innova Crysta₹20,316
Tempo Traveller (12)₹27,880

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹350
AC Seater₹580
Non-AC Sleeper₹510
AC Sleeper₹740
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹950
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Train
Sleeper₹220
Economy₹350
Third AC₹480
Second AC₹670
First AC₹930
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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: Tumakuru to Tiruvannamalai

320 km · ~6h 44m · About 6h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Tumakuru

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

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest & refuel near Hosur

    About 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.

  3. 170 km · 3h 24m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Tiruvannamalai

    Tiruvannamalai, 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: Tumakuru to Tiruvannamalai

320 km · ~7h 7m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Tumakuru

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

  2. Tumakuru → Tiruvannamalai

    AC Seater / Volvo · ~320 km

    ~7h 7m|Tentative fare ₹350–₹950

    Usual tea / meal halts: Krishnagiri (~170 km)

  3. Arrive in Tiruvannamalai

    Tiruvannamalai, 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: Tumakuru to Tiruvannamalai

Nearest railway stations: Tumkur for Tumakuru, Tiruvannamalai for Tiruvannamalai.

No direct train found — best options with a change

2 changes · 27h 8m in total

HUBLI - CHENNAI CENT Weekly Exp#17314 · Express
03:36 AMHeggere Halt
8h 19m88 stops
11:55 AMChennai Central

Change trains at Chennai Central — about 4h 50m wait

Chennai - Hyderabad Express#12603 · Superfast
04:45 PMChennai Central
2h 30m26 stops
07:15 PMGudur Jn

Change trains at Gudur Jn — about 3h 50m wait

Howrah-Puducherry Express#12867 · Superfast
11:05 PMGudur Jn
7h 39m30 stops
06:44 AM+1dAndampaliam

2 changes · 27h 8m in total

HUBLI - CHENNAI CENT Weekly Exp#17314 · Express
03:36 AMHeggere Halt
8h 19m88 stops
11:55 AMChennai Central

Change trains at Chennai Central — about 7h 20m wait

Grand Trunk (GT) Express#12615 · Superfast
07:15 PMChennai Central
2h 15m26 stops
09:30 PMGudur Jn

Change trains at Gudur Jn — about 1h 35m wait

Howrah-Puducherry Express#12867 · Superfast
11:05 PMGudur Jn
7h 39m30 stops
06:44 AM+1dAndampaliam

2 changes · 27h 8m in total

HUBLI - CHENNAI CENT Weekly Exp#17314 · Express
03:36 AMHeggere Halt
8h 19m88 stops
11:55 AMChennai Central

Change trains at Chennai Central — about 5h 40m wait

CHENNAI CENTRAL - CHHAPRA Ganga Kaveri Exp#12669 · Superfast
05:35 PMChennai Central
2h 15m27 stops
07:50 PMGudur Jn

Change trains at Gudur Jn — about 3h 15m wait

Howrah-Puducherry Express#12867 · Superfast
11:05 PMGudur Jn
7h 39m30 stops
06:44 AM+1dAndampaliam

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.

Tumakuru to Tiruvannamalai: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Tumakuru to Tiruvannamalai is about 320 km by road, roughly 6.4 hours of travel time. The road passes near Bengaluru.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 320 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹12,424 · Ertiga ₹15,784 · Innova ₹16,456 · Innova Crysta ₹20,316 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹27,880
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹350 · AC Seater ₹580 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹510 · AC Sleeper ₹740 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹950
  • Train: Sleeper ₹220 · Economy ₹350 · Third AC ₹480 · Second AC ₹670 · First AC ₹930

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 Tiruvannamalai.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Bangalore85 km from Tumakuru

    Andhra Pradesh

  2. Yelagiri240 km from Tumakuru

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Things to Do in Tiruvannamalai

Explore Arunachaleswarar Temple

Spend time in this vast temple complex, admiring the towering Rajagopuram, the thousand-pillared hall, and the sacred Sivaganga tank. Participate in the daily rituals…

2-3 hours

Perform Girivalam (Hill Circumambulation)

Walk the 14-kilometre path around Arunachala Hill, preferably barefoot. The route is dotted with shrines, and the experience is both physically demanding and…

4-5 hours

Visit Sri Ramanasramam

Sit in the meditation hall where Ramana Maharshi taught, visit his samadhi, and explore the ashram's bookshop and museum. The serene atmosphere is ideal for…

1-2 hours

Climb to Virupaksha Cave and Skandashram

Hike up the hill to the caves where Ramana Maharshi lived and meditated. The path is steep but offers panoramic views and a sense of solitude.

2-3 hours

Witness Karthigai Deepam (if visiting in Nov-Dec)

Join the massive crowds to witness the lighting of the giant lamp atop Arunachala Hill. The festival includes processions, cultural events, and a spectacular visual…

Half-day

Meditate at the Ramana Ashram's Old Hall

Spend time in the Old Hall, where Ramana Maharshi gave his silent teachings. The hall retains a powerful spiritual vibration and is open for meditation.

1-2 hours

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Suggested Tiruvannamalai Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Tiruvannamalai

  • Travel from Tumakuru to Tiruvannamalai (about 6.4 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Arunachaleswarar Temple

Day 2Explore Tiruvannamalai

  • Visit Arunachala Hill
  • Visit Sri Ramanasramam
  • Visit Virupaksha Cave

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Villupuram
  • Head back to Tumakuru
Suggested from Tiruvannamalai's top sights.

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