What is the cheapest way to get from Kerala to Tirumala?

The cheapest way to get from Kerala to Tirumala is to bus which costs ₹750 - ₹3,500 and takes 21h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kerala to Tirumala?

The fastest way to get from Kerala to Tirumala is to fly and train which takes 7h 38m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kerala and Tirumala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kerala to Tirumala. However, there are services departing from Trivandrum and arriving at Tirupathi via Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, St Joseph's Indian School/ Malya Hospital and Swami Vivekananad Road station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Kerala and Tirumala?

No, there is no direct train from Kerala to Tirumala. However, there are services departing from Thiruvananthapuram Central and arriving at Renigunta Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 54m.

How far is it from Kerala to Tirumala?

The distance between Kerala and Tirumala is 647 km. The road distance is 754 km.

How do I travel from Kerala to Tirumala without a car?

The best way to get from Kerala to Tirumala without a car is to train which takes 17h 54m and costs ₹480 - ₹3,500.

How long does it take to get from Kerala to Tirumala?

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Kerala to Tirumala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kerala to Tirumala bus from?

Kerala to Tirumala bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, depart from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala station.

Where do I catch the Kerala to Tirumala train from?

Kerala to Tirumala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Train or bus from Kerala to Tirumala?

The best way to get from Kerala to Tirumala is to train which takes 17h 54m and costs ₹480 - ₹3,500. Alternatively, you can bus via Bengaluru, which costs and takes 17h 57m.

Where does the Kerala to Tirumala bus arrive?

Kerala to Tirumala bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Bangalore, Karnataka station.

Where does the Kerala to Tirumala train arrive?

Kerala to Tirumala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Renigunta Jn station.

Can I drive from Kerala to Tirumala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kerala to Tirumala is 754 km. It takes approximately 11h 57m to drive from Kerala to Tirumala.

Where can I stay near Tirumala?

There are 393+ hotels available in Tirumala.

Kerala to Tirumala - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 11 ways to get from Kerala to Tirumala by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Calicut International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)plane CCJ - BLR
2. Take the bus from Kempegowda International Airport to Kempegowda Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kempegowda to Tirupathibus
7h 40m
₹4,272–10,671
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Renigunta Jntrain 22503 / ...
17h 54m
₹489–3,499
Bus via Bengaluru
1. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Bangalore, Karnatakabus Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala - Bangalore, Karnataka
2. Take the bus from Swami Vivekananad Road station to Tirupathibus
17h 57m
Drive 754 km
1. Drive from Thiruvananthapuram to Tirumalacar 754 km
11h 57m
₹8,606–12,431
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thiruvananthapuram to Tirumalataxi 754 km
11h 57m
₹13,000–16,000
Fly Calicut International Airport to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Calicut International Airport (CCJ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane CCJ - MAA
2. Take the train from Chennai Central to Renigunta Jntrain
7h 38m
₹6,992–12,346
Fly Trivandrum to Kempegowda International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)plane TRV - BLR
2. Take the bus from Kempegowda International Airport to Kempegowda Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kempegowda to Tirupathibus
8h 51m
₹7,058–15,259
Fly Trivandrum to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
2. Take the train from Chennai Central to Renigunta Jntrain
8h 9m
₹7,578–16,934
Fly Cochin International Airport to Kempegowda International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)plane COK - BLR
2. Take the bus from Kempegowda International Airport to Kempegowda Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kempegowda to Tirupathibus
10h 17m
₹4,713–11,385
Fly Cochin International Airport to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
2. Take the train from Chennai Central to Renigunta Jntrain
9h 35m
₹5,333–11,060
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trivandrum to Tirunelvelibus 783Ns
2. Take the bus from Tirunelveli to Tirupathibus 996Ns / ...
21h 31m
₹779–3,432

Kerala to Tirumala by train and bus

21Weekly Services

17h 54mAverage Duration

₹489Cheapest Price

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Distance: 647.3 km
Duration: 7h 40m

What companies run services between Kerala, India and Tirumala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Renigunta Jn 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹430–3,300 and the journey takes 16h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trivandrum to Tirumala via Kesavadasapuram, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Bangalore, Karnataka, St Joseph's Indian School/ Malya Hospital, Swami Vivekananad Road station, and Tirupathi in around 17h 57m.

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