How do I reach Srikalahasti from Bangalore?
The usual route is Bengaluru to Chittoor to Tirupati, then 38 km to Srikalahasti. By road plan about 6 to 7 hours including stops.
Choose how to travel
- Road: leave early or travel the night before
- Train: go to Tirupati or Renigunta and continue by road
- Flight: check airline schedules to Tirupati, then take a taxi
Plan your stay
Most visitors stay one night. Book a room close to the temple for an early start.
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Is it better to stay overnight?
For a morning pooja from Bangalore, an overnight stay is usually easier.
Srikalahasti Temple at a glance
- Darshan: 5:30 AM to 9:30 PM (Sat to Mon), 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM (Tue to Fri)
- Rahu Ketu Pooja: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily, tickets ₹500 to ₹5,000
- Booking: AP Temples portal or the temple counters
- Distance: about 38 km from Tirupati and 110 km from Chennai
- Languages: English, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam