If you search for a car rental near me to get from Hyderabad to Vijayawada, or back, you usually want one thing: a car you can drive one way and leave at the other end, without paying for the empty return. That is exactly what this offer is. You pick up the car in one city, drive the route yourself, and drop it in the other city, for ₹7,000 one way with tolls included.
🔍 Quick Answer
A one-way self drive car between Hyderabad and Vijayawada costs ₹7,000, and it includes tolls. The price is the same in both directions. Pickup in Hyderabad is at KPHB Phase 6, Kukatpally and in Vijayawada at MG Road, Labbipet. Fuel is billed separately. Book on WhatsApp at +91 95813 78999.
Car Rental Near Me: One-Way Price at a Glance
| Route | Price (one way) | Tolls | Drive time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyderabad to Vijayawada | ₹7,000 | Included | About 4.5 to 5.5 hrs |
| Vijayawada to Hyderabad | ₹7,000 | Included | About 4.5 to 5.5 hrs |
Distance is roughly 275 km each way. Drive time depends on traffic, festival days and your stops, so check live maps on the day. Fuel is billed separately, and the price includes standard insurance, as with our other rentals.
What "Car Rental Near Me" Means for a One-Way Trip
When you search for a car rental near me, you are really asking two questions: where can I collect a car, and can I leave it somewhere else? For this route, both answers are simple. You collect the car at the pickup in the city you are in, and you drop it in the other city.
| If you are in | Pickup point | You drop in |
|---|---|---|
| Hyderabad | KPHB Phase 6, Kukatpally (HIG 358) | Vijayawada, MG Road, Labbipet |
| Vijayawada | MG Road, Revenue Colony Park, Labbipet, 520010 | Hyderabad, KPHB Phase 6, Kukatpally |
Our pickups are open 8 AM to 9 PM daily. If you searched for a car rental near me and you are elsewhere in the city, message us your area and we confirm the closest option for your date.
What You Get for ₹7,000
- A self drive car for the one-way trip — you drive, at your own pace
- Tolls included — no toll receipts to track on the highway
- Standard insurance — part of the price, as with our other rentals
- No return trip to pay for — you drop the car in the other city
- Same price both ways — Hyderabad to Vijayawada or Vijayawada to Hyderabad
Fuel is billed separately, so refuel as you drive. Confirm the car, availability and any extra terms for your date when you book.
What the ₹7,000 Works Out To
Because the price is for the car, not per seat, the cost per person falls as the group grows. Here is the simple arithmetic for the ₹7,000 one-way price, before fuel:
| Travellers | Car price | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 2 | ₹7,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 3 | ₹7,000 | ₹2,333 |
| 4 | ₹7,000 | ₹1,750 |
| 5 | ₹7,000 | ₹1,400 |
Over roughly 275 km, ₹7,000 is about ₹25 per kilometre for the whole car, with tolls already inside that figure. Add fuel for the trip and you have the full cost of the drive. A group of four or five usually finds this the most useful way to compare it with separate tickets.
One-Way Self Drive vs Other Ways to Travel
| Option | Good for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|
| One-way self drive (this offer) | Groups, families, luggage, flexible timing | You drive, and fuel is extra |
| Round-trip self drive rental | Going and returning to the same city | Priced per 24 hours, with 400 km included |
| Outstation cab with a driver | People who do not want to drive | Check the one-way versus return fare carefully |
| Bus or train | A single traveller with light luggage | Fixed timings, and the last leg to your destination is separate |
For a cost comparison between cabs and self drive in Hyderabad, read our Ola, Uber vs self drive cost guide.
Car Rental Near Me in Hyderabad: Pickup for Hyderabad to Vijayawada
If you are starting in Hyderabad, your pickup is in KPHB Phase 6, Kukatpally (HIG 358). It is on the north-west side of the city, which makes the start of the highway journey easier for people living or working in Kukatpally, KPHB, Miyapur, Madhapur and the IT corridor. If you are coming from the other side of the city, add time for city traffic before you reach the pickup.
- Morning start — collect the car early and avoid the heaviest city traffic
- Arrive with documents — licence, government ID and a live selfie are needed for verification
- Inspect the car — walk around it with our team and photograph existing marks
- Check fuel and tyres — confirm the fuel level before you leave
- Set navigation — the highway route is straightforward, but live maps help with traffic
For more on renting in the city, see our self drive cars in Hyderabad page and the Kukatpally guide, self drive cars in Kukatpally and KPHB.
Car Rental Near Me in Vijayawada: Pickup for Vijayawada to Hyderabad
If you are starting in Vijayawada, your pickup is on MG Road, at Revenue Colony Park, Labbipet, 520010. It is in the centre of the city and easy to reach from the railway station, the bus stand and most hotels. Visitors who arrive by train or by flight can take an auto or a cab to the pickup, collect the car and head out on the highway to Hyderabad.
- Arrive before 9 PM — the pickup is open from 8 AM to 9 PM daily
- Leave the city early — it makes the Hyderabad end of the drive easier
- Plan your arrival in Hyderabad — you drop the car in KPHB Phase 6, Kukatpally, so allow time for city traffic at the end
- Keep the booking message — it helps at pickup and during the trip
For more on renting in the city, see our self drive cars in Vijayawada page, and the Gannavaram airport car rental guide if you are arriving by flight.
Sample Day Plans for the One-Way Drive
| Plan | Start | Break | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early start | 6:00 AM pickup | Breakfast around 8:30 AM | Around 11:30 AM to 12:00 noon |
| Mid-morning start | 9:00 AM pickup | Lunch around 12:30 PM | Around 2:30 to 3:30 PM |
| Afternoon start | 1:00 PM pickup | Tea around 4:00 PM | Around 6:30 to 7:30 PM |
These are planning templates, not guarantees. Highway traffic, festival days and your own stops change the timing, so leave buffer and check live maps. If you are dropping the car, plan to reach our location before 9 PM.
Who Should Use This Car Rental Near Me Offer
- Families moving or visiting — carry luggage and travel on your own schedule
- Students and working professionals — a one-way trip without owning a car
- Groups of friends — share the cost across the car
- Weekend and festival travellers — leave when you want, not when the bus does
- Visitors to either city — arrive by train or flight and drive onward
How to Book Your One-Way Car Rental Near Me
- Message us on WhatsApp with your pickup city, drop city, date and time
- Confirm the car and the price: ₹7,000 one way, tolls included
- Share your documents: licence (at least 1 year old), government ID and a live selfie
- Collect the car at the pickup, inspect it with our team and start your drive
- Drop the car at our location in the other city and collect your refundable deposit
The Hyderabad to Vijayawada Drive
The route between the two cities is a well-travelled highway of roughly 275 km. Most drivers leave Hyderabad in the morning and reach Vijayawada by early afternoon, or do the reverse. A few simple habits make the drive easier:
- Start early — you avoid the city traffic at both ends
- Fuel up before the highway — start with a full tank
- Plan a break — about halfway, for tea, food and a short rest
- Avoid driving tired — share the driving if two people have licences
- Keep your documents handy — licence, ID and booking confirmation
- Check traffic on festival days — Sankranti and Diwali weeks are the busiest
For a full route guide, with stops and timing, read our Hyderabad to Vijayawada self drive road trip guide and the reverse guide, Vijayawada to Hyderabad by self drive car.
Driving Tips for This Highway
- Keep a steady speed — the highway is a long, mostly straight drive, so avoid sudden acceleration and braking
- Watch for trucks — heavy vehicles use this route, so keep a safe distance and overtake only with clear visibility
- Mind the toll plazas — tolls are included in your price, so you only need to pass through each plaza normally
- Take a real break — stop for tea or food every two hours or so, and walk around for a few minutes
- Avoid late-night driving — visibility and fatigue are bigger risks after dark
- Keep a charger and a power bank — live navigation uses a lot of battery
- Pick a petrol station you recognise — refuel before the tank gets low
Festival and Weekend Travel on This Route
Hyderabad and Vijayawada are among the busiest city pairs in the two states, and traffic on this road rises sharply around festivals and long weekends. Sankranti is the biggest peak, and Diwali, Dasara and school holidays also bring heavy travel. If you want a one-way car on those dates, book earlier than usual and leave outside the peak hours. Our guides on Sankranti travel by self drive car and Diwali trip planning explain how to plan those weeks.
One-Way Rental vs Round-Trip Rental
A one-way rental suits you if you are travelling in one direction and do not need the car back in the city you started from. A round-trip rental suits you if you will be returning to the same city. If you are staying a few days in the other city and want a car there, a standard 24-hour or multi-day rental, with 400 km per day included, may be the better choice. Message us your plan and we recommend the right one.
| Your plan | Better option |
|---|---|
| Go one way and stay | One-way offer at ₹7,000 |
| Go and return the same day | Round-trip rental, 24 hours, 400 km |
| Stay a few days and tour locally | Multi-day rental, 400 km per day |
| Go one way now and return later | Two one-way bookings in opposite directions |
Crossing from Telangana to Andhra Pradesh
Hyderabad is in Telangana and Vijayawada is in Andhra Pradesh, so this trip crosses a state border. Self drive customers do this route regularly. Read our guide to interstate rental car rules in India for the points to keep in mind, and carry your licence, ID and booking confirmation in the car.
Questions to Ask Before You Book Any One-Way Rental
- What does the price include? Ours includes the car, standard insurance and tolls, with fuel billed separately
- Is the drop city fixed? Here it is Hyderabad or Vijayawada, whichever is the other end of your trip
- Is there a deposit? Yes, refundable, and the amount depends on the car
- What are the pickup hours? 8 AM to 9 PM daily
- Which car will I get? Confirm the model for your date when you book
Common Mistakes When Booking a Car Rental Near Me
- Booking at the last minute — weekends and festival days fill up first
- Arriving after pickup hours — plan your arrival before 9 PM
- Forgetting documents — bring your licence, ID and booking message
- Starting with low fuel — fill up before you leave the city
- Not photographing the car — record existing marks at pickup so the drop is clear
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a one-way car rental from Hyderabad to Vijayawada?
The one-way self drive price is ₹7,000, and it includes tolls. You pick up the car in Hyderabad, drive to Vijayawada and drop it there, so you do not pay for a return trip. Message us on WhatsApp to confirm the car and availability for your date.
Is the Vijayawada to Hyderabad one-way price the same?
Yes. The one-way offer is ₹7,000 including tolls in both directions: Hyderabad to Vijayawada and Vijayawada to Hyderabad.
What does the ₹7,000 one-way price include?
It includes the self drive car for the one-way trip and the tolls on the route. As with our other rentals, standard insurance is part of the price. Fuel is billed separately, so refuel the car as you drive.
How do I find a car rental near me for a one-way trip?
Choose the end of the route closest to you. In Hyderabad our pickup is in KPHB Phase 6, Kukatpally. In Vijayawada it is on MG Road, Labbipet. Message us your pickup city, date and time, and we confirm the nearest pickup and the car.
Where do I pick up and drop the car?
In Hyderabad, pickup and drop is at KPHB Phase 6, Kukatpally (HIG 358). In Vijayawada, it is at MG Road, Revenue Colony Park, Labbipet, 520010. For a one-way trip you pick up at one city and drop at the other.
How long does the drive take?
The road between Hyderabad and Vijayawada is roughly 275 km, and most drivers take about 4.5 to 5.5 hours including a break. Traffic, festival days and stops can change this, so check live maps on the day.
What documents do I need?
A valid driving licence at least 1 year old, a government photo ID such as Aadhaar or passport, and a live selfie for verification. A refundable security deposit applies, and the amount depends on the car.
Is there a security deposit?
Yes. The deposit is refundable and the amount depends on the car you choose. Ask for the exact amount when you book.
Is it legal to drive a rental car between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh?
Hyderabad is in Telangana and Vijayawada is in Andhra Pradesh, so this trip crosses a state border. Self drive customers do this route often. Read our guide on interstate rental car rules in India for the points to keep in mind.
Can I book a one-way car at the last minute?
You can message us any time, but cars and dates fill up, especially on weekends and festival days. Book as early as you can, and we confirm availability on WhatsApp.
Can I choose the car model?
Tell us your group size and luggage and we suggest the cars available for your date. Confirm the exact model when you book, since availability varies by day and city.
What if I want a return trip as well?
You can book the return journey in the opposite direction at the same ₹7,000 one-way price, or take a standard round-trip rental. Message us your dates and we suggest the better option.
Why is this called a car rental near me offer?
People who search for a car rental near me want a pickup close to where they are. Our pickups are in Kukatpally, Hyderabad and Labbipet, Vijayawada, and you drop the car in the other city, so a one-way trip starts from the city you are in.
What is the cost per person for a group?
The ₹7,000 price is for the car, not per seat. A group of four pays about ₹1,750 each and a group of five about ₹1,400 each, before fuel.
Can I drive at night?
You can, but we recommend leaving early and reaching your destination in daylight. Fatigue and low visibility are bigger risks on the highway after dark. Plan to drop the car before 9 PM.
What time are pickups and drops available?
Both locations are open from 8 AM to 9 PM daily. Plan your arrival at the drop city before 9 PM.
Is the one-way price available on festival days?
Ask us for your date. Festival and long-weekend dates fill up fast, so book as early as you can and we confirm availability and the price on WhatsApp.
How do I book?
Send us a WhatsApp message with your pickup city, drop city, date and time. We confirm the car and the price, you share your documents and selfie, and you collect the car at pickup.
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