Vijayawada to Visakhapatnam by train
Visakhapatnam lies 301 km (187 mi) north-east of Vijayawada, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 46 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 367 km (228 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Vijayawada | Visakhapatnam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.1 million | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 47 m (154 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Gunadala railway station, Nidamanuru railway station | Visakhapatnam Junction railway station |
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Staying in Visakhapatnam
Our booking partner lists 374 places to stay in Visakhapatnam. Of the 283 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (183), and 12 are five-star. Across 68 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.8 out of 10. Guests have left 15,896 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Visakhapatnam from Vijayawada?
301 km (187 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Vijayawada; by road roughly 367 km (228 mi).
How long does it take to get from Vijayawada to Visakhapatnam by train?
About 5 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Visakhapatnam?
Our booking partner lists 374 places to stay in Visakhapatnam, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.