For devotees flying in from other parts of India or abroad, the journey to Lord Venkateswara often begins at Kempegowda International Airport. Tirupati is about 240 km away, and a private cab gets you there in roughly five to five and a half hours without changing vehicles or waiting for a train. Savari Holidays plans the trip around your darshan slot, tracks your flight and meets you at arrivals. The driver avoids Bengaluru city by heading towards Hoskote and Kolar, and can take you to your Tirupati hotel or up the ghat road to Tirumala, subject to the temple authority's checks and timings.
One-way fares are charged on at least 130 km. Round-trip fares are for the same car returning to Bangalore Airport (480 km over 1 day, with a daily minimum). Toll, parking and state permit are extra.
Darshan at Tirumala is usually booked for a fixed date and time, and many pilgrims have special entry tickets or accommodation reserved through the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). Missing a slot because of a delayed flight or a slow taxi is a real worry. When you book with us, share your darshan time along with your flight details, and we will tell you honestly whether the plan works or whether you should build in more buffer.
Rather than entering Bengaluru, drivers usually take the road from Devanahalli to Hoskote, a quicker approach to the Kolar highway from the airport.
The highway runs east through Kolar and Mulbagal before crossing into Andhra Pradesh. Some drivers prefer an alternative via Chintamani and Madanapalle depending on traffic and road conditions; either way, the driver will choose the more reliable option on the day.
After the border the road descends from the plateau near Palamaner, passes Chittoor and reaches Tirupati town at the foot of the Seshachalam hills.
Tirumala sits at the top of a ghat road above Tirupati. Private vehicles, including our cabs, can usually drive up after passing the security check at Alipiri, where vehicles and luggage are screened. There are separate roads for going up and coming down, and the ghat roads are closed for a few hours late at night. Rules on timing, vehicle checks and items allowed can change, so the driver will follow the instructions in force when you travel. Pilgrims who wish to walk up via the Alipiri or Srivari Mettu footpaths can be dropped at the starting point.
Tell us your flight number and terminal. The driver tracks the arrival, waits at the arrivals pickup area and helps with luggage. International pilgrims can take their time through immigration and customs. We are available 24x7, which helps if you need to reach Tirupati overnight for an early-morning darshan.
Small families and couples usually book a Swift Dzire or Toyota Etios. When elders are travelling, the extra legroom of an Innova or Innova Crysta makes the ghat climb easier. Temple groups, extended families and community pilgrimages often choose a Tempo Traveller, Force Urbania or mini bus, keeping everyone together for darshan.
Tirumala is busy throughout the year, with peaks on weekends, public holidays, Vaikunta Ekadasi and during the annual Brahmotsavam, usually held around September or October. Summer school holidays also bring large crowds. During these periods, allow extra time for road traffic near Tirupati and for security checks at Alipiri. The weather is most comfortable from November to February. If you plan to stay overnight, Tirupati town has a wide range of hotels, while rooms at Tirumala are allotted by TTD and are best booked well in advance.
One of the most visited Hindu temples in the world, set on the seven hills above Tirupati.
A Ganesha temple near Chittoor where the idol is believed to be self-manifested in a well.
The temple of Goddess Padmavathi at Tiruchanur, traditionally visited along with Tirumala.
An important Shiva temple representing the element of wind, about an hour from Tirupati.
A Shiva temple at the foot of the Tirumala hills with a waterfall that flows strongly after rains.
Use the booking panel: pickup in Bangalore Airport, drop in Tirupati, date and time.
Compare the fare for each car; the price shown is what you pay, plus toll and parking.
Pay 20% advance online, or choose cash and pay the driver.
You receive the booking confirmation by email; driver and car details are shared before pickup.
Cancellation: free up to 24 hrs before pickup; 20% of the fare within 24 hrs. Cancellation policy
Around five to five and a half hours for the roughly 240 km drive. The climb to Tirumala adds about an hour, plus time at the Alipiri security check.
Usually yes. Private vehicles are allowed up the ghat road after security screening at Alipiri, within the permitted hours. The driver follows the temple authority's rules on the day of travel.
Yes. We operate 24x7 and can plan an overnight drive so you reach Tirupati in time. Share your darshan time when booking so we can advise on a safe buffer.
Yes. Kanipakam is close to Chittoor on the route, and many pilgrims visit it before Tirumala. Add it to your booking so the timing is planned.
Yes. The Force Urbania seats 16+1, and Tempo Travellers with 12+1 seats and mini buses are also available, in AC and non-AC options.
Talk to our travel desk for a quote, extra stops or a bigger vehicle. We answer 24/7.
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