[CArspeed]

Originally Posted by ampere

If its Mahindra world city for a start, the other option is: Singaperumal Kovil-Orgadam-Walajaad-Sunguvarchatram. This route is a 4-lane except at the start (exit on GST to go past the railway line)

This route is also under consideration but wanted to understand if it is more peaceful driving thru the Thiruvannamalai route instead of taking this route which I generally take that is also riddled with diversions.

Also I am going all the way to South Goa via Charmadi Ghat - Udupi - Murudeswar - Canacona and returning via the Yellapur - Haveri route. Hosur is the first stop-over on a Friday night. Udupi is the second stop over phone on Saturday night and the next two days will be in south Goa.

[vijayper]

Originally Posted by ampere

How is this bridge on Palar? Is it in good condition? Google snaps show this up like a submergible bridge. Hence my question.

My mother's hometown is in this locality, Yes, this bridge is very much commutable and very much in use. While coming from Tindivanam, It provides a straightforward detour directly to Tirukazhukundram, bypassing Chengelpet town and saving valuable time.

[pypkmsrikanth]

Originally Posted by CArspeed

My starting point is Paranur railway station (Mahindra World City).
Your advise on driving (keeping the speeds on lower side) on not a very roads is well taken.

If your starting point is Mahindra world city, then head via Tiruvannamalai - Krishnagiri without any worries.

[pypkmsrikanth]

Originally Posted by ampere

How is this bridge on Palar? Is it in good condition? Google snaps show this up like a submergible bridge. Hence my question.

Absolutely no worries, as a matter of fact this bridge was one of the options for detour when the Palar bridge work was happening a year or so back

[sgoyal9]

Took NH48 to NH42 on the way back from Mahabalipuram to Bangalore. Would prefer this route as it has a lot less traffic and was mostly 6 lane highways throughout. It has quite a few diversions due to ongoing construction, a few potholes, and more tolls(₹410 vs ₹285) but since it is a larger highway, overtaking or being overtaken is not stressful.

You find a lot of restaurants and go through smaller towns that can make for good pit stops as well. Additionally it would be preferred if you are starting early morning or late night for the better visibility.

[ampere]

Originally Posted by sgoyal9

Took NH48 to NH42 on the way back from Mahabalipuram to Bangalore. Would prefer this route as it has a lot less traffic and was mostly 6 lane highways throughout. It has quite a few diversions due to ongoing construction, a few potholes, and more tolls(₹410 vs ₹285) but since it is a larger highway, overtaking or being overtaken is not stressful.

Can you please chart the entire route on Google maps? That would help.

[itwasntme]

Have a upcoming trip to Mahabalipuram. Which route should I take if I leave at 0500 from my residence near Yelahanka?

Google suggesting Devanahalli (STRR) - Kolar - Chittoor - Ranipet - Sriperumbudur - Mahabs route. I am guessing that is better than the traditional Krishnagiri - Tindivanam one?

[FanofXuv700]

I went Mahabalipuram last month. Took Krishnagiri Vellore Kanchipuram while going and did the Tindivanam Thiruvanmalai Krishnagiri road on return. The Krishnagiri Vellore route, while supposedly 6 lane has way too many diversions at the moment and doesn't give any momentum at all - very unpleasant drive. The return route though not 6 lane was very peaceful, good road conditions. Limited good restaurants though till you hit Krishnagiri (has a A2B and Oorvasi Veg decent place near Tindivanam on highway itself).

I will recommend the Tindivanam route but maybe since you are at Yelhanka, Google shows the Kolar route. Not much idea of that route road conditions, pit stop etc.

Happy and safe drive.

[ampere]

Originally Posted by itwasntme

Have a upcoming trip to Mahabalipuram. Which route should I take if I leave at 0500 from my residence near Yelahanka?

Google suggesting Devanahalli (STRR) - Kolar - Chittoor - Ranipet - Sriperumbudur - Mahabs route. I am guessing that is better than the traditional Krishnagiri - Tindivanam one?

Sorry seeing this now! Hope you had a good drive already.

Yes, STRR-Chitoor is a better option.

For the last leg, I would suggest: Sunguvarchatram- SH120- Walaja fork-Orgadam-Vandalur-Kelambakkam-Mahabs.

Route Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6DNGWsGHzaw2iG1F9