Outstation route
Bangalore to Anantapur Cab
Anantapur is a busy district town in the Rayalaseema region of Andhra Pradesh, a short highway run north of Bengaluru. A cab from Bangalore to Anantapur suits business trips, family visits and students, and lets you stop at historic places such as Lepakshi on the way.
The route
A straight highway run north
Almost the whole journey is on NH 44, the national highway that leaves Bengaluru past Hebbal and the airport, runs through Chikkaballapur district and enters Andhra Pradesh on the way to Anantapur. Route planners also list SH 9, SH 467 and SH 472 for parts of the route. It is one of the easier long drives out of the city, with a wide road and steady traffic once you are past the airport.
| Road distance | About 210 km one way |
| Driving time (route planner) | About 3 h 15 min without traffic delays or stops |
| Main roads on the route | NH 44, SH 9, SH 467, SH 472 |
| Round trip | About 420 km of driving, plus any local sightseeing |
Measured from central Bengaluru (Vidhana Soudha) using OpenStreetMap route data. Your exact distance depends on the pickup point and the route the driver takes, and real journey times are usually longer once city traffic, ghat sections and breaks are added.
The figures are about 210 km one way and about 3 h 15 min of driving without traffic or stops, and about 420 km for the round trip. Those are route-planner times; leaving the city at peak hours can add a good deal more.
Since Anantapur is in Andhra Pradesh, interstate permit charges and tolls are extra on top of the fare.
Along the way
Places to see on the Anantapur road
The Anantapur region has some remarkable places that most highway travellers drive straight past.
- Lepakshi – a short detour off NH 44, known for the Vijayanagara-era Veerabhadra Temple with its painted ceilings, its famous hanging pillar and a huge monolithic Nandi.
- Penukonda – a hill fort town that served as an important stronghold of the Vijayanagara rulers, with old gateways and temples.
- Thimmamma Marrimanu – a giant banyan tree in the region whose canopy spreads over a vast area, often described as one of the largest in the world.
- Puttaparthi – the town of Prasanthi Nilayam, the ashram of Sri Sathya Sai Baba. See our Bangalore to Puttaparthi cab page.
Anantapur itself is a working town, home to Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur and a centre for the farming districts around it. The Kia car plant near Penukonda has also brought many business visitors to the area.
Plan your trip
Same-day return or an overnight stay
At this distance a same-day return is possible if you start early and keep your work or visit in Anantapur short. If you want to add Lepakshi or Penukonda, or have meetings across the day, an overnight stay makes the trip much less tiring. Round trips are billed on actual kilometres with a minimum of 300 km per day, plus the driver allowance; a same-day Anantapur return runs past that minimum on distance alone.
Anantapur also works as a halfway point on longer journeys. Pilgrims heading to Mantralayam often stop here, and the same highway continues towards Hyderabad.
Cab service
Bangalore to Anantapur cab service for every need
Business travellers usually book a Dzire, Etios or Ciaz for a quick out-and-back. Families visiting relatives with luggage and gifts are more comfortable in an Innova or Innova Crysta. For a group outing to Lepakshi and Puttaparthi, a Tempo Traveller keeps everyone together. If you only need a drop, for example a student going back to college, book a one-way taxi and the fare is confirmed at booking.
Why book with us
Why book a cab to Anantapur
Easy highway
Most of the drive is on NH 44, straight from north Bengaluru.
Heritage stops
Lepakshi and Penukonda sit close to the route.
Business-friendly
Leave early, finish your meetings and be home the same night.
Vehicle options
Cabs for Anantapur
Vehicle availability depends on your travel date. Tell us your group size and luggage when booking and we will suggest a suitable option.
Tariff
Bangalore to Anantapur round-trip rates
| Vehicle | Round-trip rate | Driver allowance |
|---|---|---|
| Maruti Suzuki Dzire (sedan) | ₹14 / km | ₹350 |
| Toyota Etios (sedan) | ₹14 / km | ₹350 |
| Maruti Suzuki Ciaz (sedan) | ₹14 / km | ₹350 |
| Toyota Innova | ₹16 / km | ₹400 |
| Toyota Innova Crysta | ₹22 / km | ₹400 |
| Toyota Innova Hycross | ₹25 / km | ₹400 |
| Tempo Traveller | On request | ₹600 |
| Mini bus (21 / 24 seater) | On request | ₹600 |
Round trip, minimum 300 km per day. Fares are inclusive of GST, and the final bill is based on the actual distance travelled. Hill-station charges, interstate permits, state permits, tolls and parking are extra. One-way drop fares are confirmed when you book.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How far is Anantapur from Bangalore by road?
About 210 km one way from central Bengaluru, which is about 3 h 15 min of driving without traffic or stops in route-planner data. The round trip is about 420 km.
Can I do a day trip from Bangalore to Anantapur?
Yes, with an early start. If you want to add Lepakshi, Penukonda or Puttaparthi, an overnight stay is more comfortable.
Can we stop at Lepakshi on the way?
Yes. Lepakshi is a short detour off NH 44. Tell us when you book so the stop is planned into your day.
Is a one-way cab from Bangalore to Anantapur available?
Yes, one-way drops are available and the fare is confirmed at booking. Interstate permit charges and tolls are extra.
How is the round trip billed?
On actual kilometres with a minimum of 300 km per day, plus the driver allowance. Tolls, parking and Andhra Pradesh permit charges are extra.
How do I book?
Call or WhatsApp 99640 09999 with your pickup address, travel date, return plan and number of passengers.
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