Srisailam, one of the most worshiped pilgrimages in Andhra Pradesh, is well known for the Jyotirling temple of lord Shiva, being worshiped as Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy. It is situated in the middle of the Nallamala Hills and attracts a huge number of devotees. If you are planning a trip from Hyderabad, there are several convenient ways to reach srisailam temple.
Srisailam is located at a distance of around 231 KM and takes a travel time of 4 hours 50 minutes to reach from hyderabad. There are multiple modes of transport available to reach Srisailam. Here, we provide the detailed information for the Best Ways To Reach Srisailam From Hyderabad.
If you choose to drive through your own car or by hiring a taxi it will be a perfect choice and best way to reach Srisailam. You can conveniently start the tour from home or hotel at your flexible . The distance from Hyderabad to Srisailam is 231 KM and takes around 4 hours 58 mins of drive. You can drive in the Hyderabad - Shamshabad- Kalwakurthy - Amrabad - Dornala -- Srisailam route via NH 765.
You can hire a private taxi to Srisailam at a fare starting from Rs. 3700 and the fare may vary based on 4 seater or 7 seater car. If you choose UBER/Ola the price for 4 seater is around Rs.3,595 and for the 6 seater it's around Rs.6371.
Note: Above given prices are for one way transportation. For the return journey, you need to take another taxi.
Travelling by bus is one of the most affordable ways to reach Srisailam from Hyderabad. There are many TSRTC bus services from Hyderabad to Srisailam like Super Luxury, Deluxe and Rajadhani starting from 3:30 AM and up to 11:30 PM. These buses are accessible from Jubilee Bus Stand, MGBS and RGIA X ROAD. The travel time by bus from Hyderabad to Srisailam can be around 6 to 7 hours. You can start from MGBS or JBS and travel in the MGBS/JBS -- RGIA X Roads -- Kalwakurthy -- Dornala -- Srisailam route via NH 765.
Note: Above given prices are for one way transportation. For the return journey, you need to take another bus.
There are no direct trains to Srisailam and Markapur Road is the nearest railway station to Srisailam. From this railway station, Srisailam is 83.5 KM away and from there you need to take a bus to reach Srisailam. Reaching Srisailam by train from Hyderabad is a bit typical but can be a comfortable journey for older groups who cannot sit for a long time. So, they can roam and relax. Trains like KCG GNT Express (17251) are available from Hyderabad to Markapur Road.
There are no direct buses available from Hyderabad airport to Srisailam temple. So, you need to hire a taxi from the airport to halt directly at Srisailam temple. And for the return journey, you need to take another taxi to reach Hyderabad airport which may become expensive and multiple bookings are involved. We provide a tour package with two way transportation which includes pick up from Hyderabad airport, sightseeing and drop back at Hyderabad airport at best prices. So, there is no need to worry about checking transportation options and can explore multiple attractions.
These are best and most commonly used ways to reach Srisailam from Hyderabad and you can choose any option based on your comfort and convenience. However, when you travel by train, by bus or by taxi you can arrange one way of transportation at a time and then again search for suitable transport options for your return journey. It can become a hurdle for the tour and can be a bit expensive.
To avoid these hurdles, the best alternative is to choose a 1 Day Hyderabad to Srisailam Tour Package By Car, where you can avail all inclusions in a single affordable package.
Reaching Srisailam from Hyderabad is easy by car, bus, or train depending on your comfort and budget. However, arranging one way travel and then planning the return journey can be tiring and expensive. Choosing a Hyderabad To Srisailam Tour Package is the best option as it offers two way transport, organized visits and a hassle free tour experience making your temple tour stress free and peaceful.