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Composite routes from Chennai Central Station to Madurai

Cheapest
6 h 30 min
Car
454 km.
from $24
Other
5 h 39 min
Bus, Plane
422 km.
from $93.80

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Madurai
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.68–$165.59
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Trichy
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.50–$343.92

Air India Express

Website:
airindiaexpress.in/en
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Trichy
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$57.32–$114.64

Air India Limited

Website:
airindia.in/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Madurai
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.50–$165.59

Spicejet

Website:
spicejet.com/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Madurai
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.13–$254.76

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Chennai Egmore to Madurai
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$3.82–$82.80
Train from Chennai Central to Madurai
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.08–$89.16
Train from Tiruchchirapali to Madurai
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.17–$25.48
Train from Tambaram to Madurai
Ave. Duration:
9h 20m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.95–$89.16

Bus operators

Parveen Travels

Phone:
18001020999
Email:
Website:
parveentravels.com/
Bus from Koyembedu to Periyar
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.92–$16.56

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Madurai?

The cheapest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Madurai is to bus which costs $7.61 - $15.22 and takes 9h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Madurai?

The fastest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Madurai is to fly which takes 3h 4m and costs $43.48 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Chennai Central Station and Madurai?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai Central Station to Madurai. However, there are services departing from Government General Hospital and arriving at Periyar Bus Stand via Koyembedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai Central Station and Madurai?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Madurai Jn. This train operates Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Chennai Central Station to Madurai?

The distance between Chennai Central Station and Madurai is 446 km. The road distance is 455 km.

How do I travel from Chennai Central Station to Madurai without a car?

The best way to get from Chennai Central Station to Madurai without a car is to train via Chennai Egmore which takes 8h 22m and costs $3.26 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Chennai Central Station to Madurai?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Chennai Central Station to Madurai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai Central Station to Madurai bus from?

Chennai Central Station to Madurai bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, depart from Koyembedu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai Central Station to Madurai train from?

Chennai Central Station to Madurai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train, bus or fly from Chennai Central Station to Madurai?

The best way to get from Chennai Central Station to Madurai is to fly which takes 3h 4m and costs $43.48 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can train via Chennai Egmore, which costs $3.26 - $81.52 and takes 8h 22m, you could also bus, which costs $7.61 - $15.22 and takes 9h 23m.

Where does the Chennai Central Station to Madurai bus arrive?

Chennai Central Station to Madurai bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, arrive at Periyar Bus Stand station.

Where does the Chennai Central Station to Madurai train arrive?

Chennai Central Station to Madurai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Madurai Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai Central Station to Madurai?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai Central Station to Madurai is 455 km. It takes approximately 6h 30m to drive from Chennai Central Station to Madurai.

Where can I stay near Madurai?

There are 151+ hotels available in Madurai. Prices start at $11.30 per night.
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