What is the cheapest way to get from IIT Madras to Rameswaram?

The cheapest way to get from IIT Madras to Rameswaram is to bus via FlixBus Chennai - Kilambakkam Bus Terminal which costs ₹800 - ₹3,000 and takes 14h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from IIT Madras to Rameswaram?

The fastest way to get from IIT Madras to Rameswaram is to fly and train which takes 8h 23m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between IIT Madras and Rameswaram?

No, there is no direct bus from IIT Madras to Rameswaram. However, there are services departing from Gandhi Road and arriving at Rameswaram via Chennai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 43m.

Is there a direct train between IIT Madras and Rameswaram?

No, there is no direct train from IIT Madras to Rameswaram. However, there are services departing from Guindy and arriving at Rameswaram via Tambaram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

How far is it from IIT Madras to Rameswaram?

The distance between IIT Madras and Rameswaram is 613 km. The road distance is 523.6 km.

How do I travel from IIT Madras to Rameswaram without a car?

The best way to get from IIT Madras to Rameswaram without a car is to train which takes 11h 38m and costs ₹700 - ₹3,800.

How long does it take to get from IIT Madras to Rameswaram?

It takes approximately 11h 38m to get from IIT Madras to Rameswaram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the IIT Madras to Rameswaram bus from?

IIT Madras to Rameswaram bus services, operated by MRM Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the IIT Madras to Rameswaram train from?

IIT Madras to Rameswaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tambaram station.

Train or bus from IIT Madras to Rameswaram?

The best way to get from IIT Madras to Rameswaram is to train which takes 11h 38m and costs ₹700 - ₹3,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 43m.

Where does the IIT Madras to Rameswaram bus arrive?

IIT Madras to Rameswaram bus services, operated by MRM Travels, arrive at Rameswaram station.

Where does the IIT Madras to Rameswaram train arrive?

IIT Madras to Rameswaram train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Rameswaram station.

Can I drive from IIT Madras to Rameswaram?

Yes, the driving distance between IIT Madras to Rameswaram is 524 km. It takes approximately 8h 24m to drive from IIT Madras to Rameswaram.

Where can I stay near Rameswaram?

There are 134+ hotels available in Rameswaram.

IIT Madras to Rameswaram - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from IIT Madras to Rameswaram by train, bus, car, taxi, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train
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1. Take the train from Tambaram to Rameswaramtrain 22661 / ...
11h 38m
₹710–3,780
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Rameswarambus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
12h 43m
Drive 523.6 km
1. Drive from IIT Madras to Rameswaramcar 523.6 km
8h 24m
₹5,078–7,335
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from IIT Madras to Rameswaramtaxi 523.6 km
8h 24m
₹11,000–14,000
Fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Rameswaramtrain
8h 46m
₹6,004–12,581
Bus via FlixBus Chennai - Kilambakkam Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Chennai Kalainagar to Rameswarambus
14h 23m
₹809–2,980
Fly to Madurai, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM)plane MAA - IXM
2. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Rameswaramtrain
8h 23m
₹5,499–9,716
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the train from Tuti Melur to Madurai Jntrain
3. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Rameswaramtrain
10h 54m
₹8,724–17,731

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ) flights

42Weekly Planes

1h 4mAverage Duration

₹5,315Cheapest Price

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Distance: 613 km
Duration: 11h 38m

What companies run services between IIT Madras, India and Rameswaram, Tamil Nādu, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Tambaram to Rameswaram twice daily. Tickets cost ₹320–2,500 and the journey takes 9h 38m. Alternatively, MRM Travels operates a bus from Chennai to Rameswaram every 4 hours, and the journey takes 11h 5m. Seven other operators also service this route.

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