What is the cheapest way to get from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai?

The cheapest way to get from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,200 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai?

The fastest way to get from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai is to fly and bus which takes 3h 18m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kolathur, Chennai and Madurai?

No, there is no direct bus from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai. However, there are services departing from Kilambakkam and arriving at Madurai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Kolathur, Chennai and Madurai?

No, there is no direct train from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai. However, there are services departing from Tambaram and arriving at Madurai Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai?

The distance between Kolathur, Chennai and Madurai is 452 km. The road distance is 427.1 km.

How do I travel from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai without a car?

The best way to get from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai without a car is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,200.

How long does it take to get from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai bus from?

Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Kilambakkam station.

Where do I catch the Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai train from?

Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tambaram station.

Train or bus from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai?

The best way to get from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,400 - ₹3,400 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai bus arrive?

Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Madurai station.

Where does the Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai is 427 km. It takes approximately 6h 20m to drive from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai.

Where can I stay near Madurai?

There are 217+ hotels available in Madurai.

Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Kolathur, Chennai to Madurai by plane, bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly to Madurai, bus
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM)plane MAA - IXM
2. Take the bus from Madurai airport to Periyar Bus Standbus
3h 18m
₹6,406–9,564
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tambaram to Madurai Jntrain 12637 / ...
7h 35m
₹1,056–3,117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilambakkam to Maduraibus
8h 6m
₹1,448–3,384
Drive 427.1 km
1. Drive from Kolathur, Chennai to Maduraicar 427.1 km
6h 20m
₹4,822–6,965
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kolathur, Chennai to Maduraitaxi 427.1 km
6h 20m
₹6,000–7,500
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 Madurai Jntrain
4h 44m
₹7,031–9,929
Fly to Salem, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
2. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
5h 43m
Bus via FlixBus Madurai - Simmakal (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Guduvancheri to FlixBus Madurai - Simmakalbus FlixBus IN5129 / ...
8h 25m
₹1,399–3,044

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai (IXM) flights

67Weekly Planes

1h 35mAverage Duration

₹5,487Cheapest Price

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Distance: 451.7 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Kolathur, Chennai, India and Madurai, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Tambaram to Madurai Jn hourly. Tickets cost ₹280–2,200 and the journey takes 7h 15m. Alternatively, Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Kilambakkam to Madurai once daily. Tickets cost ₹700–2,500 and the journey takes 7h 49m.

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