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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Alathur is to train via Manamadurai which costs ₹600 - ₹2,600 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Alathur is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,700.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Alathur?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Alathur. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Orathanadu, Tamil Nadu via Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Alathur?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Alathur. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Pattukottai via Manamadurai Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Madurai to Alathur?

The distance between Madurai and Alathur is 192 km. The road distance is 165.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Alathur without a car is to train via Manamadurai which takes 4h 28m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Madurai to Alathur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Alathur bus from?

Madurai to Alathur bus services, operated by Balaji Cabs, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Alathur train from?

Madurai to Alathur train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Madurai Jn station.

Train or bus from Madurai to Alathur?

The best way to get from Madurai to Alathur is to train via Manamadurai which takes 4h 28m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Madurai to Alathur bus arrive?

Madurai to Alathur bus services, operated by Balaji Cabs, arrive at Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Alathur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Alathur?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Alathur is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Madurai to Alathur.

Where can I stay near Alathur?

There are seven+ hotels available in Alathur.

Madurai to Alathur - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Train via Manamadurai
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1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Manamadurai Jntrain 06653 / ...
2. Take the train from Manamadurai Jn to Pattukottaitrain 16361
4h 28m
₹604–2,554
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thanjavur, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
4h 44m
Drive 165.4 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Alathurcar 165.4 km
2h 40m
₹1,855–2,680
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Alathurtaxi 165.4 km
2h 40m
₹2,800–3,500
Train
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Virudunagar Jntrain 16731 / ...
2. Take the train from Virudunagar Jn to Pattukottaitrain 16361 / ...
5h 26m
₹632–2,741

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Distance: 192.2 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Madurai, India and Alathur, Tamil Nādu, India?

You can take a train from Madurai Jn to Alathur via Manamadurai Jn and Pattukottai in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, Balaji Cabs operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu hourly, and the journey takes 2h 51m.

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