Arriving Tirumala By Bus
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Toll Gate at Tirumala
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The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation buses from Tirupati to Tirumala ply from three different bus stations.
Pilgrims can take a bus from Saptagiri Bus Station (located within RTC complex), Venkateswara Bus Station (located near the Pushkarini - opposite to Railway Station) Balaji
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Link Bus Station (located near Alipiri Footway Gate).
Pilgrims can use the Return Ticket facility (valid for three days). On normal days buses ply 21 hours a day (no buses between 12 midnight and 3 a.m.) whereas on special occasions buses ply 24 hours a day.
Railway passengers holding direct tickets to Tirumala can take the bus from Venkateswara Bus Station itself.
By Taxi
Private taxis, jeeps and vans are available at Tirupati for Tirumala. The fare per person varies between Rs. 25/- and Rs. 100/- (one way depending on demand. Beware of being overcharged. Don't feel shy to enquire from people around and ensure that you pay the right fare. The Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation hires taxis pre-paid basis. For details contact phone 25602, Tirupati.
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