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

The cheapest way to get from Cuddalore to Madurai is to bus which costs ₹250 - ₹800 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cuddalore to Madurai is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs ₹3,500 - ₹5,500.

Is there a direct bus between Cuddalore and Madurai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cuddalore and arriving at Mattuthavani. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Cuddalore and Madurai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tiruppadirippuliyur and arriving at Madurai Jn. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Cuddalore to Madurai?

The distance between Cuddalore and Madurai is 355 km. The road distance is 309 km.

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

The best way to get from Cuddalore to Madurai without a car is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs ₹230 - ₹1,800.

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

The train from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Madurai Jn takes 6h 21m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Cuddalore to Madurai bus from?

Cuddalore to Madurai bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Kanima Nagar station.

Where do I catch the Cuddalore to Madurai train from?

Cuddalore to Madurai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tiruppadirippuliyur station.

Train, bus or fly from Cuddalore to Madurai?

The best way to get from Cuddalore to Madurai is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs ₹230 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can bus via Kumbakonam, which costs and takes 7h 41m, you could also fly, which costs ₹8,500 - ₹31,000 and takes 9h 17m.

Where does the Cuddalore to Madurai bus arrive?

Cuddalore to Madurai bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Kumbakonam station.

Where does the Cuddalore to Madurai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cuddalore to Madurai?

Yes, the driving distance between Cuddalore to Madurai is 309 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Cuddalore to Madurai.

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

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Where can I stay near Madurai?

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Cuddalore to Madurai - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cuddalore to Madurai by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Madurai Jntrain 06017 / ...
6h 21m
₹230–1,800
Bus via Kumbakonam
1. Take the bus from Kanima Nagar to Kumbakonambus Kanima Nagar - Kumbakonam
2. Take the bus from Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
7h 41m
Drive 309 km
1. Drive from Cuddalore to Maduraicar 309 km
4h 40m
₹3,507–5,066
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cuddalore to Maduraitaxi 309 km
4h 40m
₹4,100–5,000
Fly from Pondicherry
1. Fly from Pondicherry (PNY) to Madurai (IXM)plane PNY - IXM
9h 17m
₹8,527–30,617
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cuddalore to Mattuthavanibus
9h
₹250–800
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Tambaramtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM)plane MAA - IXM
7h 27m
₹5,307–10,694

Cuddalore to Madurai by train

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6h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 355 km
Duration: 6h 21m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Madurai Jn 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 6h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kanima Nagar to Madurai, Tamil Nadu via Kumbakonam and Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu in around 7h 41m.

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