### How to Reach Srisailam Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple: Available Buses and Trains
**By Bus:**
1. **APSRTC Buses:**
- **From Hyderabad:**
- Distance: ~213 km
- Ticket Price: ₹300 - ₹1000 (depending on the type of bus)
- Frequent buses are available from Hyderabad to Srisailam.
- **From Vijayawada:**
- Distance: ~330 km
- Ticket Price: ₹400 - ₹1200
- Regular services from Vijayawada to Srisailam.
- **From Kurnool:**
- Distance: ~180 km
- Ticket Price: ₹200 - ₹800
- Daily buses operate from Kurnool to Srisailam.
2. **Private Buses:**
- Private operators offer bus services to Srisailam from major cities in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
- Booking platforms: RedBus, MakeMyTrip, Goibibo
**By Train:**
1. **Nearest Railway Station:**
- The nearest railway station to Srisailam is **Markapur Road Railway Station** (MRK), which is about 87 km away.
- From the railway station, you can take a bus or taxi to reach Srisailam.
2. **Trains to Markapur Road:**
- **From Hyderabad:**
- Distance: ~270 km to Markapur Road
- Ticket Price: ₹150 - ₹1200
- Popular Trains: Venkatadri Express, Kacheguda Guntur Passenger
- **From Vijayawada:**
- Distance: ~225 km to Markapur Road
- Ticket Price: ₹200 - ₹1500
- Popular Trains: Vijayawada Hubli Passenger
- **From Guntur:**
- Distance: ~195 km to Markapur Road
- Ticket Price: ₹150 - ₹1000
- Popular Trains: Guntur Kacheguda Passenger
3. **Booking Tickets:**
- Train tickets can be booked through the [Indian Railways website (IRCTC)](https://www.irctc.co.in) or at railway station booking counters.
- Advance reservations are recommended.
**Nearest Airport:**
- **Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD), Hyderabad:**
- Distance: ~200 km from Srisailam
- Regular flights from major cities in India
- From the airport, you can take a bus or taxi to reach Srisailam.
Plan your journey and enjoy a comfortable trip to the holy Srisailam Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple!
