Distance and travel time
Sripuram Golden Temple, in Thirumalaikodi, is approximately 16 km from Katpadi Junction. By taxi or auto, the journey typically takes 30–40 minutes depending on traffic.
Travel planning
Katpadi Junction is the main railway gateway to Vellore for most visitors travelling to Sripuram Golden Temple. Here is what to expect for the onward journey.
Sripuram Golden Temple, in Thirumalaikodi, is approximately 16 km from Katpadi Junction. By taxi or auto, the journey typically takes 30–40 minutes depending on traffic.
Vellore Central Bus Stand is closer, at around 12 km from the temple. Travellers flying in via Chennai Airport should plan for approximately 145 km by road.
Because Katpadi Junction sits some distance from the temple itself, most visitors book accommodation directly in Thirumalaikodi rather than in central Vellore, to avoid a second commute after already travelling by train.
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