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

The cheapest way to get from Bengaluru to Madurai East is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹3,000 and takes 11h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bengaluru to Madurai East is to bus and fly which takes 3h 44m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Bengaluru and Madurai East?

No, there is no direct bus from Bengaluru to Madurai East. However, there are services departing from Bangalore, Karnataka and arriving at FlixBus Madurai - Therukuvasal via Salem, Tamil Nadu and FlixBus Madurai - Simmakal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Bengaluru and Madurai East?

No, there is no direct train from Bengaluru to Madurai East. However, there are services departing from Bangalore Cant and arriving at Madurai East via Madurai Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

How far is it from Bengaluru to Madurai East?

The distance between Bengaluru and Madurai East is 432 km. The road distance is 405.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Madurai East without a car is to bus via Salem which takes 9h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Bengaluru to Madurai East, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Madurai East bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bengaluru to Madurai East train from?

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

Train or bus from Bengaluru to Madurai East?

The best way to get from Bengaluru to Madurai East is to bus via Salem which takes 9h 41m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹380 - ₹3,000 and takes 11h 5m.

Where does the Bengaluru to Madurai East bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bengaluru to Madurai East train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bengaluru to Madurai East?

Yes, the driving distance between Bengaluru to Madurai East is 405 km. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Bengaluru to Madurai East.

Where can I stay near Madurai East?

There are 217+ hotels available in Madurai East.

Bengaluru to Madurai East - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bengaluru to Madurai East by bus, plane, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, fly
best
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
3h 44m
₹5,362–10,637
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bangalore Cant to Madurai Jntrain 16236
11h 5m
₹382–2,982
Bus via Salem
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
9h 41m
Drive 405.1 km
1. Drive from Bengaluru to Madurai Eastcar 405.1 km
6h 17m
₹4,570–6,600
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bengaluru to Madurai Easttaxi 405.1 km
6h 17m
₹9,500–12,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bangalore, Karnataka to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Bangalore, Karnataka - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
9h 51m

Bengaluru to Madurai East by train

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11h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 431.7 km
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Bangalore, Karnataka to Madurai East via Salem, Tamil Nadu, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, FlixBus Madurai - Simmakal, and FlixBus Madurai - Therukuvasal in around 9h 41m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Bangalore Cant to Madurai Jn once daily. Tickets cost ₹280–2,200 and the journey takes 9h 58m.

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