Travel Information

By Air
Via Tirupati Airport (TIR)
- The airport is 80 km from the ashram and takes about 2 hours
- Pre-paid taxi service is available from the Arrivals Area or
- A taxi can be booked from the ashram location to pick you up and bring you to the ashram.
- Please call +91. 9949954412 (Anand Travels) for prior booking and rates.
Via Chennai (Madras) International Airport (MAA)
- Most major airlines domestic and international are available. Click Here to view all available airlines
- The airport is 160 kms away from the ashram and takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes
- Pre-paid taxi service is available from the Arrivals Area (see above)
- Metro service (opposite the airport) to reach Chennai Central Railway Station.
- There are various trains available to Gudur Junction Railway Station (see more info below under By Train)

By Train
- Direct trains to Gudur Junction Railway Station are available from many cities including Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Delhi and other major cities.
- Train e-tickets can be booked up to three months in advance via the internet.
- Train information can be obtained via www.indianrail.gov.in
- Limited seats in higher classes are available for credit card bookings via www.irctc.co.in

By Bus
- Gudur Bus Stand can be reached from Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore and other major cities.
- Ashram is located 13 kms away from the Gudur bus stand

By Taxi / Auto Rickshaw
- Auto rickshaws are easily available from Gudur Junction Railway Station and Gudur bus stand to the ashram for a minimum charge of Rs. 300/- (approx.)

Visa & Registration Requirements
Foreign Nationals are required to bring their original passport The Ashram accepts only those Foreign Nationals with a valid visa Indian Nationals are required to bring a valid photo ID A visa is required from most countries to visit India.

Vaccinations
Guests are advised to check with their local health authority regarding vaccinations required for visiting India.