Kerala to Tiruvannamalai: Pilgrimage Route, Buses & Stay Tips

Plan your Tiruvannamalai pilgrimage from Kerala. Routes from Kochi, Trivandrum and Coimbatore border, and what to see.

Kerala sends a steady stream of pilgrims and spiritual travellers to Tiruvannamalai. Coimbatore is a common transit point.

Routes

From Kochi/Ernakulam or Trivandrum: reach Coimbatore or Palakkad first, then bus/cab to Tiruvannamalai. Overnight buses also run from major Kerala towns.

Temple and Ashram

Annamalaiyar temple, Girivalam and Ramana Maharishi Ashram are the main draws. Book MAS Residency for a peaceful stay near the temple.