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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Madathara is to train via Tenkasi which costs ₹420 - ₹2,900 and takes 14h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Madathara is to fly and bus which takes 4h 44m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Madathara?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai to Madathara. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Madathara via Madurai, Tamil Nadu, Rajapalayam and Thenmala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Madathara?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Madathara. However, there are services departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Tenmalai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

How far is it from Chennai to Madathara?

The distance between Chennai and Madathara is 681 km. The road distance is 672.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Madathara without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 5m and costs ₹950 - ₹3,600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Chennai to Madathara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Madathara bus from?

Chennai to Madathara bus services, operated by Thirumalaivasan Transports, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Madathara train from?

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

Train or bus from Chennai to Madathara?

The best way to get from Chennai to Madathara is to train which takes 12h 15m and costs ₹950 - ₹3,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 16h 22m.

Where does the Chennai to Madathara bus arrive?

Chennai to Madathara bus services, operated by Thirumalaivasan Transports, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Madathara train arrive?

Chennai to Madathara train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tenmalai station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Madathara?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Madathara is 672 km. It takes approximately 10h 11m to drive from Chennai to Madathara.

Where can I stay near Madathara?

There are 802+ hotels available in Madathara.

Chennai to Madathara - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly to Trivandrum, bus
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
2. Take the bus from Peroorkada to Madatharabus
4h 44m
₹6,058–10,982
Train via Tenkasi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Tenkasi Jntrain 12661 / ...
14h 33m
₹423–2,856
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Melmaruvatturtrain
2. Take the bus from Melmaruvathur to Punalurbus
3. Take the bus from Punalur to Madatharabus
10h 5m
₹990–3,603
Train
1. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Tenmalaitrain 16101
12h 15m
₹963–3,484
Drive 672.2 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Madatharacar 672.2 km
10h 11m
₹7,578–10,945
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the train from Tirunelveli to Tenmalaitrain
7h 37m
₹8,853–20,122
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Rajapalayam to Thenmalabus
16h 22m

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

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1h 15mAverage Duration

₹5,819Cheapest Price

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Distance: 680.8 km
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Madathara, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Egmore to Tenmalai once daily. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 11h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Madathara via Madurai, Tamil Nadu, Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, Rajapalayam, and Thenmala in around 16h 22m.

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