Your guide by Air, Rail, Bus & Road
By Air ✈️
The nearest airports to Raichur are Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad (~200 km), Jindal Vijaynagar Airport, Vidyanagar (~180 km), Kalaburagi Airport (~220 km), and Hubballi Airport (~300 km). All these airports offer daily flights to major Indian cities including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi, and Chennai. After landing, one can reach Raichur via train, bus, or hired taxis. Hyderabad is the most preferred entry point due to its frequent connections.
By Train 🚆
Raichur Junction (RC) is an important station on the Mumbai–Chennai and Hyderabad–Bengaluru main lines. Regular trains connect Raichur with:
- Hyderabad → Raichur: Several daily express trains via Mahbubnagar–Gadwal–Mantralayam Road (approx. 5–6 hours).
- Bengaluru → Raichur: Overnight trains via Guntakal (approx. 10–11 hours).
- Mumbai/Pune → Raichur: Long-distance trains towards Chennai and Tirupati halt at Raichur (~14–16 hours).
- Chennai → Raichur: Express trains via Renigunta–Guntakal (~12–13 hours).
Raichur Junction is well served by passenger, express, and superfast trains making it the most convenient mode for long-distance travelers.
By Bus 🚌
Raichur is connected by both KSRTC and TSRTC government buses, along with numerous private operators. Regular buses operate from:
- Hyderabad → Raichur: Frequent day and night deluxe and express buses (approx. 5 hours).
- Bengaluru → Raichur: Overnight sleeper and semi-sleeper buses (approx. 9–10 hours).
- Kalaburagi, Ballari, Hubballi: Multiple short-distance services daily.
Bus stations are centrally located and provide convenient onward auto and taxi options.
By Road 🚗
Raichur is accessible by well-connected highways and is often chosen by those traveling in their own vehicles. Major routes include:
- NH 167: Jadcherla–Mahbubnagar–Raichur–Adoni–Ballari.
- NH 150 / 150A: Kalaburagi–Raichur–Lingsugur, onward to Ballari & Mysuru.
- Raichur–Hyderabad Road: Via Mahbubnagar, ~200 km (4.5–5 hours).
- Raichur–Bengaluru Road: Via Kurnool–Anantapur–Ballari, ~400 km (8–9 hours).
Tourist attractions en route include Mantralayam Temple, Tungabhadra Dam, Hampi (UNESCO site), and Gulbarga Fort.
Quick Reference Table 📊
Approximate travel distances & durations to Raichur from key cities:
| City |
By Road (km) |
By Train (hrs) |
By Bus (hrs) |
By Air (Nearest Airport) |
| Hyderabad |
200 |
5–6 |
~5 |
Hyderabad (RGIA) |
| Bengaluru |
400 |
10–11 |
9–10 |
Bengaluru (KIA, then train/bus) |
| Mumbai |
~700 |
14–16 |
14–15 |
Mumbai (BOM, then train) |
| Chennai |
~600 |
12–13 |
12–13 |
Chennai (MAA, then train) |
Getting Oriented 🗺️
The conference venue is the Raichur Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), well connected by city transport. Use offline maps for smooth navigation on NH 167 & NH 150.
Disclaimer: Travel information above was compiled from multiple online sources including KSRTC, IRCTC, and regional travel portals during August 2025. Schedules and services may change. Delegates are kindly advised to cross-check timings and book their travel in advance.