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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Arunachala is to bus which costs ₹240 - ₹800 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Arunachala is to bus which takes 4h and costs ₹240 - ₹800.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Arunachala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madurai and arriving at Thiruvannamalai. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Arunachala?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Arunachala. However, there are services departing from Kudal Nagar and arriving at Tiruvannamalai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Madurai to Arunachala?

The distance between Madurai and Arunachala is 304 km. The road distance is 306 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Arunachala without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs ₹240 - ₹800.

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

The bus from Madurai to Thiruvannamalai takes 4h including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Arunachala bus from?

Madurai to Arunachala bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Arunachala train from?

Madurai to Arunachala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kudal Nagar station.

Train or bus from Madurai to Arunachala?

The best way to get from Madurai to Arunachala is to bus which takes 4h and costs ₹240 - ₹800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹410 - ₹2,200 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Madurai to Arunachala bus arrive?

Madurai to Arunachala bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Thiruvannamalai station.

Where does the Madurai to Arunachala train arrive?

Madurai to Arunachala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tiruvannamalai station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Arunachala?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Arunachala is 306 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Madurai to Arunachala.

Where can I stay near Arunachala?

There are 485+ hotels available in Arunachala.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Thiruvannamalaibus
4h
₹240–800
Train
1. Take the train from Kudal Nagar to Tiruvannamalaitrain 09519
6h 5m
₹414–2,118
Drive 306 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Arunachalacar 306 km
4h 42m
₹3,442–4,972
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Arunachalataxi 306 km
4h 42m
₹5,000–6,500
Train via Madurai Jn
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tiruvannamalaitrain 16780 / ...
8h 55m
₹439–2,305

Madurai to Arunachala by bus

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Distance: 304.2 km
Duration: 4h

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

SETC operates a bus from Madurai to Thiruvannamalai twice daily. Tickets cost ₹240–800 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kudal Nagar to Tiruvannamalai once a week. Tickets cost ₹250–2,000 and the journey takes 6h 3m.

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