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Visakhapatnam to Tumakuru

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh to Tumakuru, Karnataka.

1057 kmDistance
21.1 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹40,735
Ertiga₹51,833
Innova₹54,053
Innova Crysta₹66,652
Tempo Traveller (12)₹91,788

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹1,160
AC Seater₹1,900
Non-AC Sleeper₹1,690
AC Sleeper₹2,430
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹3,010
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Train
Sleeper₹660
Economy₹1,090
Third AC₹1,510
Second AC₹2,140
First AC₹2,990
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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: Visakhapatnam to Tumakuru

1057 km · ~23h 8m · About 21h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Visakhapatnam

    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. 52 km · 1h 3m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 352

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

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 502

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

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 652

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

  7. 52 km · 1h 3m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 705

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

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 855

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

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1005

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

  10. 52 km · 1h 3m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Tumakuru

    Tumakuru, Karnataka

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: Visakhapatnam to Tumakuru

1057 km · ~23h 30m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Visakhapatnam

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

  2. Visakhapatnam → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~529 km

    ~11h 45m|Tentative fare ₹580–₹1,530

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 529)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Tumakuru. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  4. change point 1 → Tumakuru

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~529 km

    ~11h 45m|Tentative fare ₹580–₹1,530

  5. Arrive in Tumakuru

    Tumakuru, Karnataka

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Visakhapatnam to Tumakuru

Nearest railway stations: Marripalem for Visakhapatnam, Tumkur for Tumakuru.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 20h 49m in total

HOWRAH - YESVANTPUR AC Duronto Exp#12245 · Duronto
11:52 PMKottavalasa
16h 8m183 stops
04:00 PM+1dYesvantpur Jn

Change trains at Yesvantpur Jn — about 3h 45m wait

Gol Gumbaz Express#16535 · Express
07:45 PMYesvantpur Jn
56m12 stops
08:41 PMHeggere Halt

1 change · 20h 49m in total

HOWRAH - YESVANTPUR AC Duronto Exp#12245 · Duronto
11:52 PMKottavalasa
16h 8m183 stops
04:00 PM+1dYesvantpur Jn

Change trains at Yesvantpur Jn — about 3h 45m wait

Bijapur Express#06535 · Express
07:45 PMYesvantpur Jn
56m12 stops
08:41 PMHeggere Halt

1 change · 21h 52m in total

TATANAGAR - YESVANTPUR SF Exp#12889
09:18 AMKottavalasa
19h 42m178 stops
05:00 AM+1dYesvantpur Jn

Change trains at Yesvantpur Jn — about 1h 10m wait

Bangalore City-Hubli Jan Shatabdi#12079 · Jan Shatabdi
06:10 AMYesvantpur Jn
1h12 stops
07:10 AMHeggere Halt

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.

Visakhapatnam to Tumakuru: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Visakhapatnam to Tumakuru is about 1057 km by road, roughly 21.1 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 1057 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹40,735 · Ertiga ₹51,833 · Innova ₹54,053 · Innova Crysta ₹66,652 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹91,788
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,160 · AC Seater ₹1,900 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,690 · AC Sleeper ₹2,430 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹3,010
  • Train: Sleeper ₹660 · Economy ₹1,090 · Third AC ₹1,510 · Second AC ₹2,140 · First AC ₹2,990

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Peddapuram175 km from Visakhapatnam

    Andhra Pradesh

  2. Rajahmundry220 km from Visakhapatnam

    Andhra Pradesh

  3. Tenali415 km from Visakhapatnam

    Andhra Pradesh

  4. Ongole540 km from Visakhapatnam

    Andhra Pradesh

  5. Kadapa Airport770 km from Visakhapatnam

    Andhra Pradesh

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Things to Do in Tumakuru

Trek to Shivagange Summit

Embark on a challenging but rewarding climb up the conical peak of Shivagange, passing cave shrines and a monolithic Nandi. The summit offers a 360-degree view of the…

4-5 hours

Explore Devarayanadurga Temples

Visit the rock-cut Bhoga Narasimha and Yoganarasimha temples, each carved into the granite hill. The Bhoga Narasimha temple is accessible via stone steps, while the…

2-3 hours

Climb Madhugiri Fort

Hike up the monolithic hill to explore the ruins of Madhugiri Fort, with its concentric walls and bastions. The trek is steep but well-marked, and the top offers…

3-4 hours

Visit Namada Chilume and Deer Park

At the base of Devarayanadurga, witness the perennial spring of Namada Chilume, believed to have been created by Lord Rama. The adjacent deer park is a peaceful spot to…

1 hour

Photography and Birdwatching

Capture the dramatic landscapes of granite hills, forested valleys, and ancient temples. The area is home to various bird species, making it a haven for nature…

2-3 hours

Attend a Local Festival

If visiting during festival times, participate in the vibrant celebrations at the hill temples. Narasimha Jayanti at Devarayanadurga and Maha Shivaratri at Shivagange…

Half day

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Suggested Tumakuru Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Visit Bhoga Narasimha and Yoganarasimha temples atop Devarayanadurga
  • Walk the forested hill trails and enjoy panoramic views
  • Explore Namada Chilume spring and the adjacent deer park

Day 2Day 2

  • Trek up Madhugiri Fort's marked trail
  • Explore the fort's gateways, walls, and summit ruins
  • Visit the nearby Madhugiri town for a local lunch

Day 3Day 3

  • Climb Shivagange's pilgrim trail to the summit
  • Visit the cave shrines and monolithic Nandi statue
  • Explore the base temple complex
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