Srisailam is one of the most important spiritual destinations in Andhra Pradesh, known for the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga of lord Shiva. Many devotees from Hyderabad plan their journey to Srisailam for darshan. Although Srisailam does not have a direct railway station, reaching Srisailam from Hyderabad by train is still possible with a little planning. Here is the detailed explanation on How To Reach Srisailam From Hyderabad By Train and the complete train travel route, nearby railway stations.
Srisailam does not have its own railway station. The nearest and most convenient railway station is Markapur road railway station. It is around 83.5 KM from the Srisailam temple and takes 2 hours 8 minutes of travel time to reach Srisailam. It is the best choice for travelers coming from Hyderabad by train.
Trains like Secunderabad- Guntur Express, Kacheguda -Guntur Express run from Hyderabad to Markapur road railway station regularly. You can board these trains from Secunderabad and Kacheguda and take a travel time of around 10 hours 40 minutes or more depending on the train. All these trains have sleeper, 3 tier AC, 2 tier AC and general coaches.
After you reach Markapur road railway station, you need to travel by road to reach Srisailam. There are many APSRTC buses to Srisailam from Markapur. These Express buses have ticket prices of Rs.185 and take 2 hours 30 minutes travel time to reach Srisailam. Else, you can take a taxi from Markapur to Srisailam from Rs.2600 to Rs.3000 depending on vehicle type(4 or 6 seater).
While train travel is possible, arranging one way transportation and return transportation separately can be a hassle. To avoid all the hurdles, it is best to choose a Hyderabad To Srisailam Tour Package.
Reaching Srisailam from Hyderabad by train is possible through Markapur road railway station, followed by a road journey. It is a good option for budget travelers but requires extra planning for onward and return travel. If you want a smooth, peaceful and well organized sightseeing, choosing a Hyderabad to Srisailam tour package is the most convenient and reliable way to experience the devotional darshan without travel worries.