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Three ways to Travel from Madurai to Chennai

Composite routes from Madurai to Chennai

Cheapest
6 h 30 min
Car
455 km.
from $25
Fastest
1 h 7 min
Plane
Other
6 h 30 min
Rideshare
455 km.
from $17.31

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Madurai to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.55–$165.16

Air India Limited

Website:
airindia.in/
Plane from Madurai to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.36–$165.16

Spicejet

Website:
spicejet.com/
Plane from Madurai to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.01–$254.09

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Madurai Jn to Chennai
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$3.81–$82.58

Bus operators

Parveen Travels

Phone:
18001020999
Email:
Website:
parveentravels.com/
Bus from Madurai to Koyambedu-Cmbt
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.43–$16.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Chennai is to bus which costs $9.78 - $14.13 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Chennai is to fly which takes 2h 4m and costs $43.48 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madurai and arriving at Koyambedu-Cmbt. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Chennai Egmore. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct flight between Madurai and Chennai?

Yes, there are direct flights between Madurai and Chennai; these take 1h 10m and cost $40.22 - $119.57 .

How far is it from Madurai to Chennai?

The distance between Madurai and Chennai is 447 km. The road distance is 454.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Chennai without a car is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs $9.78 - $14.13 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Madurai to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Chennai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Madurai to Chennai train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Madurai to Chennai?

The best way to get from Madurai to Chennai is to fly which takes 2h 4m and costs $43.48 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.78 - $14.13 and takes 7h 15m, you could also train, which costs $3.26 - $70.65 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Madurai to Chennai bus arrive?

Madurai to Chennai bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, arrive at Koyambedu-Cmbt station.

Where does the Madurai to Chennai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Chennai?

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

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 892+ hotels available in Chennai. Prices start at $21.22 per night.
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