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Composite routes from Chennai to Madurai

Cheapest
6 h 30 min
Car
454 km.
from $24
Other
5 h 33 min
Bus, Plane
422 km.
from $93.82

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 Tiruchchirapali to Madurai
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.17–$25.48

Bus operators

Parveen Travels

Phone:
18001020999
Email:
Website:
parveentravels.com/
Bus from Vadapalani to Periyar
Ave. Duration:
7h 37m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.92–$16.56

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Madurai is to bus which costs $7.61 - $14.13 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Madurai is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs $43.48 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Madurai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vadapalani and arriving at Periyar Bus Stand. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Madurai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Madurai Jn. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Chennai to Madurai?

The distance between Chennai and Madurai is 447 km. The road distance is 454.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Madurai without a car is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs $3.26 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Chennai to Madurai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Madurai bus from?

Chennai to Madurai bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, depart from Vadapalani station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Madurai train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Madurai?

The best way to get from Chennai to Madurai is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs $43.48 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3.26 - $70.65 and takes 7h 10m, you could also bus, which costs $7.61 - $14.13 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Chennai to Madurai bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chennai to Madurai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Madurai?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Madurai is 455 km. It takes approximately 6h 31m to drive from Chennai 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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