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For a religious person, visiting the Tirupati-Tirumala temple is nothing less than the most divine location. Tirupati, which is also the richest temple in the world, attracts nearly 1 lakh devotees every day who visit to seek the blessings of Lord Venkateswara, who is also called Lord Balaji (an incarnation of Lord Vishnu). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can reach the hilltop temple by road. The Tirupati to Tirumala distance is around 21km and takes 50 minutes to reach by road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are two different temples, Tirupati, which is located in the city and is the abode of Goddess Padmavati, and the Tirumala temple of Balaji, located on the Sapthagiri hills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Tirumala to Tirupati distance is 21km and takes a similar time. In this Tirupati-Tirumala tour guide, we have covered interesting aspects of these two religious abodes of South India, along with distance, time, route, and other travel information..<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Tirumala Temple<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the neighborhoods of Tirupati city, the Tirumala Temple holds deep religious significance and is believed that Lord Vishnu resides here with full divine power. In the Hindu religious texts, this place is also called Vaikuntha. The Tirupati Balaji Temple is situated on the seventh peak of the Seshachalam Hills. It is nestled within the vast expanse of the Seshachalam hill range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spanning an area of around 10.33 square miles, the temple complex includes the sacred Sri Swami Pushkarini water tank nearby. The surrounding town of Tirumala is well-connected by road and provides comprehensive facilities for devotees, overseen by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams. It\u2019s a mini city in itself, built atop the hill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sri Varahaswami Temple, Japali Teertham, Kapila Theertham, and others must visit locations in Tirumala. You can reach Tirupati to Tirumala by road via Alipiri route( 11km) or the Chandragiri route (26km). Many pilgrims reach Tirumala temple by walking, which takes around 3-4 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Tirupati Temple<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Tirupati Temple, dedicated to Goddess Padmavati, consort of Lord Balaji, is the incarnation of Goddess Laksmi. The temple is managed by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams and adheres to the Pancharatra Agama and Vadakalai traditions. Padmavathi’s idol here faces east in the sanctum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Within the Padmavathi Temple, there are two sub-temples dedicated to Krishna Swamy and Sundaraja Swamy Temple. Then there is Suryanrayana Temple opposite the temple tank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tirupati to Tirumala Distance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are travelling from Tirupati to Tirumala or vice versa, there is not much difference in distance. The approx Tirupati to Tirumala distance by car is 21.7km which takes around 46 minutes. Similarly, the Tirumala to Tirupati distance by car is 21.7 km and takes approx 50 mins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pilgrims can travel by car or government bus (private bus not allowed from the entry point of Tirumala) from Tirupati to Tirumala without any hassle. The all-weather asphalt ghat roads make driving easy. The up ghat road to Tirumala is 17.80 km, while the down ghat to reach Tirupati is 18km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you cannot travel by government bus, you can rent a car from Tirupati to Tirumala. The best is to book a two-way rental car service in Tirupati for an easy journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tirupati to Tirumala Distance<\/strong><\/td>21.7km (approx)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Total Duration<\/td>46 mins<\/td><\/tr>
Best Route<\/td>Tirupati to Tirumala via Alipiri<\/td><\/tr>
Best Time<\/td>November- February<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Popular Routes to Take from Tirupati to Tirumala<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are two different routes to travel between Tirupati and Tirumala:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route 1- Tirupati to Tirumala via Alipiri<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is the most popular and commonly used route, also referred to as the Alipiri route. The pathway ascends through steep, winding hills and spans approximately 11 kilometers. Many pilgrims choose this route for their trek on foot to the temple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route 2 \u2013 Tirupati to Tirumala via Chandragiri<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This alternative route covers a longer distance of about 26 kilometers but offers a smoother and more relaxed drive. Known for its scenic beauty, the Chandragiri route is ideal for those who prefer a ghat journey and has a hairpin road with steep valleys on one side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are coming from Bangalore to Tirupati by car, the distance is 251 km and takes 5 hrs to reach the destination. NH 75 and NH 69 are the two routes to reach Tirupati from Bangalore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Places to Visit in Tirupati to Tirumala Route<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Besides the famous Lord Venkateshwara temple, there are many other places to explore in the Tirupati to Tirumala route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your visit to Tirupati and Tirumala is incomplete without a visit to this important temple. Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple in Tirupati is dedicated to Goddess Padmavathi. Located in the town named Tiruchanur, the temple is easily accessible by road. Therefore, you can rent a car in Tirupati <\/a>to reach this temple and explore other places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The temple is famous for its large tank, called Padma Sarovaram, allowing devotees to take a holy dip before going inside the main temple. The Sri Padmavathi Ammavari temple darshan timings are 5.30 AM to 11 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n \n

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