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

The cheapest way to get from Kadakkal to Madurai is to bus which costs ₹470 - ₹1,600 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kadakkal to Madurai is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,100.

Is there a direct bus between Kadakkal and Madurai?

No, there is no direct bus from Kadakkal to Madurai. However, there are services departing from Chandayamangalam and arriving at Madurai via Kottarakara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Kadakkal and Madurai?

No, there is no direct train from Kadakkal to Madurai. However, there are services departing from Tenmalai and arriving at Madurai Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Kadakkal to Madurai?

The distance between Kadakkal and Madurai is 239 km. The road distance is 221.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kadakkal to Madurai without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs ₹950 - ₹2,400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Kadakkal to Madurai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kadakkal to Madurai bus from?

Kadakkal to Madurai bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Kottarakara station.

Where do I catch the Kadakkal to Madurai train from?

Kadakkal to Madurai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tenmalai station.

Train or bus from Kadakkal to Madurai?

The best way to get from Kadakkal to Madurai is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs ₹950 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹470 - ₹1,600 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Kadakkal to Madurai bus arrive?

Kadakkal to Madurai bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Madurai station.

Where does the Kadakkal to Madurai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kadakkal to Madurai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kadakkal to Madurai is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Kadakkal to Madurai.

Where can I stay near Madurai?

There are 230+ hotels available in Madurai.

Kadakkal to Madurai - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kadakkal to Madurai by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tenmalai to Madurai Jntrain 16102 / ...
5h 17m
₹996–2,364
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kottarakara to Maduraibus
5h 58m
₹478–1,530
Drive 221.8 km
1. Drive from Kadakkal to Maduraicar 221.8 km
3h 54m
₹2,150–3,105
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kadakkal to Maduraitaxi 221.8 km
3h 54m
₹3,700–4,400
Train via Edamann
1. Take the train from Edamann to Madurai Jntrain 16328
6h 11m
₹783–2,213
Bus via Thiruvananthapuram
1. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram to Maduraibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
7h 59m
₹987–3,312

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Distance: 239.1 km
Duration: 5h 17m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Tenmalai to Madurai Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 45m. Alternatively, Jayavin Travels operates a bus from Kottarakara to Madurai once daily. Tickets cost ₹460–1,200 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Kerala State Road Transport Corporation also services this route once daily.

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