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

The cheapest way to get from Bengaluru to Madurai is to bus which costs ₹600 - ₹2,000 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bengaluru to Madurai is to bus and fly which takes 5h 17m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Bengaluru and Madurai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bangalore, Karnataka and arriving at Madurai, Tamil Nadu. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bengaluru and Madurai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bangalore Cant and arriving at Madurai Jn. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 58m.

How far is it from Bengaluru to Madurai?

The distance between Bengaluru and Madurai is 405 km. The road distance is 403.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Madurai without a car is to bus via Salem which takes 8h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Bengaluru to Madurai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Madurai bus from?

Bengaluru to Madurai bus services, operated by Aahhaa Tourist, depart from Bangalore, Karnataka station.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Madurai train from?

Bengaluru to Madurai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Bangalore Cant station.

Train or bus from Bengaluru to Madurai?

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Madurai is to bus via Salem which takes 8h 4m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹280 - ₹2,200 and takes 9h 58m.

Where does the Bengaluru to Madurai bus arrive?

Bengaluru to Madurai bus services, operated by Aahhaa Tourist, arrive at Salem, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Bengaluru to Madurai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bengaluru to Madurai?

Yes, the driving distance between Bengaluru to Madurai is 404 km. It takes approximately 6h 18m to drive from Bengaluru to Madurai.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bengaluru to Madurai?

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Where can I stay near Madurai?

There are 228+ hotels available in Madurai.

Bengaluru to Madurai - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Bengaluru to Madurai by bus, train, car, taxi, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus via Salem
best
1. Take the bus from Bangalore, Karnataka to Salem, Tamil Nadubus Bangalore, Karnataka - Salem, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Salem, Tamil Nadu - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
8h 4m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bangalore Cant to Madurai Jntrain 16236 / ...
9h 58m
₹280–2,200
Drive 403.5 km
1. Drive from Bengaluru to Maduraicar 403.5 km
6h 18m
₹4,559–6,584
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bengaluru to Maduraitaxi 403.5 km
6h 18m
₹9,500–12,000
Bus, fly to Madurai
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Madurai (IXM)plane BLR - IXM
5h 17m
₹5,107–10,322
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bangalore, Karnataka to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Bangalore, Karnataka - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
8h 15m
₹600–2,000
Bus, fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane BLR - TRZ
3. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Madurai Jntrain
6h 19m
₹4,432–11,687
Bus, fly to Salem
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Salem (SXV)plane BLR - SXV
3. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
7h 27m
Bus, fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane BLR - CJB
3. Take the train from Podanur Jn to Kudal Nagartrain
8h 44m
₹5,642–9,257
Bus, fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Shanthinagara Bus Station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
2. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane BLR - TCR
3. Take the train from Tuti Melur to Madurai Jntrain
7h 36m
₹7,332–17,337

Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Madurai (IXM) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 23mAverage Duration

₹6,261Cheapest Price

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Distance: 404.8 km
Duration: 8h 4m

What companies run services between Bengaluru, India and Madurai, India?

You can take a bus from Bangalore, Karnataka to Madurai, Tamil Nadu via Salem, Tamil Nadu in around 8h 4m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Bangalore Cant to Madurai Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹280–2,200 and the journey takes 9h 58m.

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