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Three ways to Travel from Kochi to Madurai

Composite routes from Kochi to Madurai

Cheapest
4 h 5 min
Car
255 km.
from $14
Other
4 h 5 min
Rideshare
255 km.
from $9.70
11 h 7 min
202 km.
from $8.63

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Nedumbassery Airport to Madurai
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.58–$279.49

SriLankan Airlines

Website:
srilankan.com/
Plane from Nedumbassery Airport to Madurai
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$114.34–$355.72

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Ernakulam Jn to Madurai
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.81–$82.58

Bus operators

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation

Phone:
+91 9447071021
Email:
Website:
onlineksrtcswift.com/
Bus from Ernakulam to Palakkad
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.84
Bus from Palakkad to Madurai
Ave. Duration:
6h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.54–$5.97

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kochi to Madurai?

The cheapest way to get from Kochi to Madurai is to bus which costs $3.59 - $10.33 and takes 11h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kochi to Madurai?

The fastest way to get from Kochi to Madurai is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs $28.26 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Kochi and Madurai?

No, there is no direct bus from Kochi to Madurai. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Madurai via Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Kochi and Madurai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Madurai Jn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Kochi to Madurai?

The distance between Kochi and Madurai is 230 km. The road distance is 252.7 km.

How do I travel from Kochi to Madurai without a car?

The best way to get from Kochi to Madurai without a car is to train which takes 10h 50m and costs $3.26 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Kochi to Madurai?

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Kochi to Madurai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Madurai bus from?

Kochi to Madurai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Ernakulam station.

Where do I catch the Kochi to Madurai train from?

Kochi to Madurai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ernakulam Jn station.

Train, bus or fly from Kochi to Madurai?

The best way to get from Kochi to Madurai is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs $76.09 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3.26 - $70.65 and takes 10h 50m, you could also bus, which costs $3.59 - $10.33 and takes 11h 7m.

Where does the Kochi to Madurai bus arrive?

Kochi to Madurai bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Palakkad station.

Where does the Kochi to Madurai train arrive?

Kochi to Madurai train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Madurai Jn station.

Can I drive from Kochi to Madurai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Madurai is 253 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Kochi 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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