The Bangalore to Tirupati distance is about 250 km through Kolar and Chittoor, about 5.5 hours by road. Tirupati is the temple trip we run most after Kukke. Families mostly go by car through our cab rental in Bangalore, and temple groups by mini bus.

Every Tirupati trip is planned around one thing: the darshan slot. So we start there, then the road up the Tirumala ghat, the temples around Tirupati, the vehicle and the cost.

Tirumala hills above Tirupati in the morning fog

The Tirumala hills in the morning fog. Photo: Srilakshmi1991, CC BY 4.0

Tirupati darshan: plan around your slot

Book the darshan first, then the vehicle. Tell us the date and time of your slot, and we time the drive so you reach Tirumala the evening before.

Darshan type	What to know
Special entry darshan (₹300)	Booked online on the TTD site for a date and time slot. Most of our groups use this.
Free darshan (Sarva darshan)	Tokens or open queue. Waiting time can be long on weekends and festivals.
Walk up the hill	Footpaths from Alipiri and Srivari Mettu. Our driver takes the luggage up by road.

Dress code applies at the temple: traditional clothes for men and women. Mobile phones and bags are deposited before the queue. Rules and timings are set by TTD, so check before you leave.

Bangalore to Tirupati: quick facts

Detail	Information
Distance	About 250 km to Tirupati, about 20 km more up to Tirumala
Drive time	About 5.5 hours, plus 45 minutes up the ghat
Route	Hoskote, Kolar, Mulbagal, Palamaner, Chittoor, Tirupati
Days to keep	2 days (one night at Tirumala or Tirupati)
Permit	Andhra Pradesh permit for our vehicle, at actual cost
Approx. fare	Innova Crysta about ₹12,000 for 2 days

Bangalore to Tirupati distance and route

Our drivers take the Kolar road through Mulbagal, Palamaner and Chittoor to Tirupati. It is a good highway with a few town stretches.

Bangalore to Tirupati route map via Kolar, Palamaner and Chittoor, about 250 km

Bangalore to Tirupati by road: about 250 km via Kolar, Palamaner and Chittoor, about 5.5 hours.

From Bengaluru to the Tirupati Balaji temple at Tirumala it is about 270 km in all, with the ghat. The Tirupati to Bangalore distance is the same on the way back, on the same road.

Up to Tirumala

From Tirupati, vehicles go through the Alipiri checkpoint and climb the Tirumala ghat. There are two separate ghat roads, one for going up and one for coming down, so traffic is one-way and smooth. The climb has many bends and fine views over the hills.

Alipiri gate at the foot of the Tirumala ghat in Tirupati

Alipiri, the gate to the Tirumala ghat, where vehicles are checked. Photo: Bhaskaranaidu, public domain

Best time for a Tirupati trip

Darshan runs all year. November to February is the most comfortable, with cool weather and easier weekday queues. Brahmotsavam, festivals and long weekends are very busy, so book darshan, rooms and the vehicle early. April to June is hot in Tirupati town; travel early in the morning.

When	What it is like
November to February	Best. Cool weather, easier weekday queues
Brahmotsavam, festivals, long weekends	Very busy. Book darshan, rooms and vehicle early
April to June	Hot in Tirupati town. Travel early in the morning

Best time for a Tirupati trip from Bangalore

Tirupati 2-day trip plan from Bangalore

Day 1: leave Bangalore in the afternoon, reach Tirupati by evening, go up to Tirumala, early dinner and rest.
Day 2: darshan at your slot, Padmavathi temple at Tiruchanur, Kanipakam on the way back, Bangalore by night.
With one more day: Srikalahasti, Kapila Theertham, Talakona falls or Silathoranam at Tirumala.

Tirupati 2-day trip plan from Bangalore, day by day

Temples and places around Tirupati

At Tirumala

Sri Venkateswara temple - the main darshan.
Akasa Ganga and Papavinasanam - sacred water spots a short drive from the temple.
Silathoranam - a natural stone arch near the temple.
Srivari Padalu - the hill top with the footprints shrine and views.

In Tirupati town

Sri Padmavathi temple, Tiruchanur - about 5 km from Tirupati, part of most trips.
Govindaraja Swamy temple - old temple in the town centre.
Kapila Theertham - Shiva temple with a waterfall at the foot of the hills.

Kapila Theertham temple tank and rock face in Tirupati

Kapila Theertham at the foot of the Tirumala hills. Photo: Srilakshmi1991, CC BY 4.0

Near Tirupati

Srikalahasti - Vayu linga temple, about 40 km away.
Kanipakam - Vinayaka temple, about 70 km, on the way back towards Chittoor.
Talakona falls - forest waterfall, about 60 km away.
Chandragiri fort - old palace and fort, about 15 km away.

Talakona falls in the forest near Tirupati

Talakona falls, about 60 km from Tirupati, for groups with an extra day. Photo: VinothChandar, CC BY 2.0

Which vehicle to book for Tirupati

3 to 4 people: Toyota Etios (₹14/km) or Dzire (₹12/km).
5 to 7 people: Innova Crysta (₹20/km), our most booked car for Tirupati.
Elders who want comfort: 12 seater Urbania (₹40/km) with pushback seats.
Temple groups of 20 to 25: 25 seater mini bus (₹36/km).
Apartment and community groups: 40 seater bus (₹60/km) or 50 seater bus (₹54/km).
Big groups in comfort: 45 seater BharatBenz (₹70/km).

Which vehicle for Tirupati with per km rates

Senior temple group that travelled in our 25 seater mini bus

A senior group on a 1-day temple trip in our 25 seater mini bus. Temple groups of 20 to 25 mostly take this size for Tirupati.

Bangalore to Tirupati trip cost

Outstation trips are billed at 300 km per day minimum (400 km for Volvo and BharatBenz buses), or the actual km if more. A 2-day Tirupati trip comes to about 600 km.

Vehicle	Rate	2 days, 600 km
Toyota Etios	₹14/km	₹8,400
Innova Crysta	₹20/km	₹12,000
12 seater Urbania	₹40/km	₹24,000
25 seater mini bus	₹36/km	₹21,600
50 seater bus	₹54/km	₹32,400

The Andhra Pradesh permit, driver allowance per day, tolls and parking are added in the written quote. See the full route pages for the Bangalore to Tirupati tempo traveller, cab, Urbania, mini bus and bus.

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Bangalore to Tirupati by train, bus or flight

By train

Several trains run from Bangalore to Tirupati. From the station you still need a vehicle for Tirumala and the temples around.

By bus

KSRTC and APSRTC run buses from Bangalore to Tirupati, and some packages include darshan. They suit one or two people.

By flight

Tirupati airport is at Renigunta, about 15 km from the town. We can pick up from the airport if you book with us.

Tips from our drivers

Carry the darshan ticket printout and ID for everyone in the group.
Vehicles are checked at Alipiri; keep the boot easy to open.
Footwear and phones are left at the counters near the queue. Keep a small bag for the deposit tokens.

How to book a Tirupati trip

Send your darshan date and slot, pickup area and the number of people to +91 9980277773 on call or WhatsApp. We reply with a written quote within 2 hours and confirm after a 15 to 20% advance.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Tirupati from Bangalore?

About 250 km via Kolar and Chittoor, about 5.5 hours, and about 20 km more up the ghat to Tirumala.

Can our vehicle go up to Tirumala?

Yes, after the checks at Alipiri. Timings and rules at the ghat are set by TTD.

How should we plan a Tirupati darshan trip from Bangalore?

Book the darshan slot first, then the vehicle. Reach Tirumala the evening before, have darshan at your slot, and drive back the same day.

Which vehicle is best for a family of 6 to Tirupati?

An Innova Crysta at ₹20/km takes 6 with luggage and is the car most families book for Tirupati. Temple groups of 20 to 25 take a 25 seater mini bus. All cars are on our cab rental in Bangalore page.

How far is the Tirupati Balaji temple from Bangalore?

The Balaji temple is at Tirumala, about 270 km from Bangalore: about 250 km to Tirupati town, then about 20 km up the ghat.

Bangalore to Tirupati Distance: Darshan Plan and Fares