Ethakota is a popular pilgrimage destination visited by devotees year-round. With a regular schedule and multiple departure options, the bus service connecting Vijayawada to Ethakota offers pilgrims a convenient and reliable way to visit the temple town for darshan.
The Vijayawada to Ethakota bus route covers approximately 155 kms and takes about 2 hrs 55 mins. A total of 47 direct buses operated by 26 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 00:30, and the last bus leaves at 23:15.
Major boarding points in Vijayawada include Benz Circle, Bhavanipuram, Enikepadu, Gollapudi, Old RTC Bus Stand, Others, Police Control Room, Ramavarapadu Ring Road, Rtc bus stand, Sithara Center, while common drop locations in Ethakota are ETHAKOTA, Ethakota.
RTC and private operators such as Go Tour Travels and Holidays offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 599 - INR 8500.00 depending on the bus type and features.



