Vellore to Tiruvannamalai
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Vellore, Tamil Nadu to Tiruvannamalai, 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: Vellore to Tiruvannamalai
100 km · ~2h · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Vellore
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
100 km · 2h drive from previous stop
Arrive in TiruvannamalaiTiruvannamalai, 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: Vellore to Tiruvannamalai
100 km · ~2h 13m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Vellore
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Vellore. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Vellore → Tiruvannamalai
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~100 km
~2h 13m|Tentative fare ₹110–₹330
- 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: Vellore to Tiruvannamalai
Nearest railway stations: Katpadi Jn for Vellore, Tiruvannamalai for Tiruvannamalai.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 10h 29m in total
Change trains at Mambalappattu Jn — about 6h 15m wait
1 change · 13h 14m in total
Change trains at Yellakaru — about 3h 15m wait
1 change · 15h 2m in total
Change trains at Vellore Town — about 12h 29m 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.
Vellore to Tiruvannamalai: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Vellore to Tiruvannamalai is about 100 km by road, roughly 2 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 100 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,855 · Ertiga ₹7,430 · Innova ₹7,745 · Innova Crysta ₹9,570 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,100
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹110 · AC Seater ₹180 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹160 · AC Sleeper ₹230 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹330
- Train: Sleeper ₹90 · Economy ₹130 · Third AC ₹170 · Second AC ₹230 · First AC ₹310
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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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
Suggested Tiruvannamalai Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Tiruvannamalai
- Travel from Vellore to Tiruvannamalai (about 2 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 Vellore
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Tiruvannamalai trip and see the full Vellore → Tiruvannamalai → next stop route.
Tiruvannamalai → Kanchipuram
About 125 km by road
Tiruvannamalai → Chidambaram
About 150 km by road
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