Bengaluru Route Summary
The road distance from Bengaluru to Tiruvannamalai is ~210 km. The preferred route follows NH 44 to Krishnagiri, then branches onto NH 77 via Uthangarai and Chengam (approx. 4.5 to 5 hours). Both KSRTC and TNSTC operate frequent day and night buses from Majestic and Shantinagar.
Road Conditions & Recommended Stops
The first leg from Bengaluru through Hosur to Krishnagiri is an expansive 6-lane national highway with numerous food courts and petrol pumps. After Krishnagiri, the highway transitions to NH 77 toward Chengam, passing through scenic rural plains and hill passes before reaching the holy town.
Weekend Getaway Schedule
Depart Bengaluru on Friday evening or Saturday dawn by 5:00 AM. Reach Tiruvannamalai for late breakfast, check in at a tranquil property like Dwaraka Resorts or Dwaraka Guest House, and spend your weekend in temple prayer and mountain contemplation before driving back Sunday afternoon.
To make the most of your weekend pilgrimage from Bangalore, view our ultimate Tiruvannamalai travel guide.
