How to Reach Bhadrachalam: Train, Bus & Road Routes Explained
Where Is Bhadrachalam Located?
Bhadrachalam is situated in Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, on the banks of the Godavari River, close to the Andhra Pradesh–Chhattisgarh border.
How to Reach Bhadrachalam by Train
Bhadrachalam does not have a direct railway station. The nearest major station is:
Nearest Railway Station: Bhadrachalam Road Railway Station
Distance: ~40 km
Station Code: BDCR
Located near Kothagudem
Major Trains Connecting Bhadrachalam Road
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From Hyderabad
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From Vijayawada
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From Visakhapatnam
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From Warangal
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From Khammam
Station to Temple
From Bhadrachalam Road station:
- Buses available every 30–60 minutes
- Taxis and autos easily available
- Travel time: 1–1.25 hours
How to Reach Bhadrachalam by Bus
Bus travel is the most convenient and popular option.
TSRTC & APSRTC Connectivity
Frequent buses operate from:
- Hyderabad (overnight & day buses)
- Khammam
- Vijayawada
- Rajahmundry
- Eluru
- Kothagudem
Approximate Bus Travel Time
| From City | Duration |
|---|---|
| Hyderabad | 7–8 hours |
| Vijayawada | 6–7 hours |
| Khammam | 4 hours |
| Rajahmundry | 5–6 hours |
Buses drop passengers near the temple area, making darshan easy.
How to Reach Bhadrachalam by Road
Bhadrachalam is well connected by state highways and scenic forest roads.
Popular Road Routes
From Hyderabad
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Hyderabad → Suryapet → Khammam → Kothagudem → Bhadrachalam
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Distance: ~320 km | Time: 7–8 hours
From Vijayawada
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Vijayawada → Eluru → Rajahmundry → Bhadrachalam
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Distance: ~290 km | Time: 6–7 hours
From Khammam
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Khammam → Kothagudem → Bhadrachalam
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Distance: ~150 km | Time: 4 hours
Roads are mostly good, with forest stretches near the destination.
Nearest Airport to Bhadrachalam
There is no nearby airport. The closest major airport is:
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Hyderabad Airport (RGIA) – ~330 km
From Hyderabad, continue by bus or train.
