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Vijayawada Ajanta Ellora

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Distance
280 KM
Duration
6 Hours via NH65
Best Time
October to March

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Train

PRICE₹500
TIME8 Hours
Bus

PRICE₹300
TIME7 Hours

🚆 Train Schedule

No.Train NameDepartureArrivalDays
12666Nanded ExpressDaily
11024Kachiguda - Aurangabad ExpressDaily
17605Devagiri ExpressDaily

Stays in Ajanta Ellora

Best budget & couple friendly options
Hotel Shree Maya

Station Road, Ajanta Ellora Base

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 0.3km
₹1000 /night
7 Apple Hotel

CIDCO, Ajanta Ellora Caves Route

Ajanta: 94km | Ellora: 33km | Stn: 6km
₹2200 /night
Hotel Panchavati

Off Station Road, Ajanta Ellora Base

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 1.2km
₹1300 /night
Hotel Aurangabad Regency

Bibi Ka Maqbara Road, Ajanta Ellora Circuit

Ajanta: 98km | Ellora: 32km | Stn: 4.5km
₹1900 /night
Hotel Deepali

Kranti Chowk, Ajanta Ellora Link

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 30km | Stn: 2.5km
₹1600 /night
Vivanta Aurangabad

CIDCO, Near Ajanta Ellora Route, Aurangabad

Ajanta: 98km | Ellora: 30km | Stn: 4km
₹7500 /night
Hotel Galaxy

CBS Bus Stand, Ajanta Ellora Transit

Ajanta: 100km | Ellora: 29km | Stn: 1.5km
₹1200 /night
Hotel Sahyadri

Station Road, Ajanta Ellora Gateway

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 0.5km
₹900 /night
Hotel Windsor Castle

Jalgaon Road, Ajanta Caves Way

Ajanta: 89km | Ellora: 36km | Stn: 7km
₹3000 /night
Zostel Aurangabad

Adalat Road, Near Ajanta Ellora Bus Point

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 29km | Stn: 1.5km
₹1200 /night
Hotel Green Olive

Bhagyanagar, Near Ajanta Ellora Tours

Ajanta: 103km | Ellora: 27km | Stn: 3km
₹2800 /night
Hotel Pariwar

Station Road, Near Ajanta Ellora Buses

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 0.2km
₹1100 /night
Ambassador Ajanta

Jalna Road, Opp. High Court, Town Center, CIDCO, Aurangabad

Ajanta: 96km | Ellora: 34km | Stn: 7km
₹6000 /night
Hotel Pearls

Near Bus Stand, Ajanta Ellora Route

Ajanta: 101km | Ellora: 29km | Stn: 1.5km
₹1400 /night
VITS Hotel

Station Road, Ajanta Ellora Transit Point

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 0.5km
₹3200 /night
Hotel Preetam

Near Kranti Chowk, Ajanta Ellora Route

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 30km | Stn: 2.5km
₹1800 /night
Welcomhotel Rama International

Jalna Road, Ajanta Ellora Highway, Aurangabad

Ajanta: 97km | Ellora: 31km | Stn: 5.5km
₹6500 /night
Hotel Manor

Kranti Chowk, Ajanta Ellora Junction

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 29km | Stn: 2km
₹2500 /night
Lemon Tree Hotel

Airport Road, Near Ajanta Ellora Caves Road

Ajanta: 95km | Ellora: 32km | Stn: 6km
₹5500 /night
The Sky Court

Station Road, Ajanta Ellora Tourist Hub

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 0.4km
₹3100 /night
Hotel Royal Palace

Jalna Road, Ajanta Ellora Access

Ajanta: 98km | Ellora: 32km | Stn: 4km
₹2600 /night
The Fern Residency

Jalgaon Road, Ajanta Caves Highway

Ajanta: 90km | Ellora: 35km | Stn: 5km
₹4200 /night
MTDC Ajanta Resort

Fardapur, Near Ajanta Caves Entrance

Ajanta: 4km | Ellora: 95km | Stn: 102km
₹2500 /night
Hotel Bagga Intl

Jalna Road, Ajanta Ellora Gateway

Ajanta: 97km | Ellora: 32km | Stn: 3.5km
₹2700 /night
Hotel Amarpreet

Jalna Road, Ajanta Ellora Link Road

Ajanta: 97km | Ellora: 31km | Stn: 3km
₹3800 /night
Hotel Great Sagar

Jubilee Park, Ajanta Ellora Circuit

Ajanta: 100km | Ellora: 30km | Stn: 3.5km
₹1500 /night
Hotel Raviraj

Adalat Road, Ajanta Ellora Highway

Ajanta: 101km | Ellora: 30km | Stn: 2km
₹2100 /night
MTDC Holiday Resort

Station Road, Aurangabad (Ajanta Ellora Base)

Ajanta: 101km | Ellora: 29km | Stn: 1km
₹1800 /night
Hotel Kailas Ellora

Opp. Ellora Caves Entrance, Ellora

Ajanta: 100km | Ellora: 0.5km | Stn: 28km
₹3500 /night
Hotel Silver Inn

Railway Station Road, Ajanta Ellora Hub

Ajanta: 102km | Ellora: 28km | Stn: 0.8km
₹1200 /night

📖 Detailed Travel Guide

Travel Guide from Vijayawada to Ajanta Ellora

Embark on an exciting journey from Vijayawada to the majestic Ajanta Ellora caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This travel guide provides you with all the necessary information to make your trip memorable.

Quick Info Table

Distance (KM) Travel Duration Best Time to Visit
280 6 Hours via NH65 October to March

Driving Route

The most convenient route to drive from Vijayawada to Ajanta Ellora is via NH65. The journey takes approximately 6 hours by car, covering scenic landscapes along the way.

Places to Visit

  • Ajanta Caves: Famous for their ancient rock-cut Buddhist caves.
  • Ellora Caves: Known for its impressive temples and monasteries.
  • Grishneshwar Temple: One of the twelve Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Make sure to plan your trip well, considering the best time to visit and your preferred mode of transport to enjoy the beauty of these historical sites.

Frequently Asked Questions

The best mode is by car for flexibility and speed, taking approximately 6 hours.

No, direct trains are not available; a combination of train and road travel is recommended.

The distance is approximately 280 kilometers.

The best time to visit is between October and March.

A bus ticket costs around ₹300.
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