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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Chengam is to bus which costs ₹950 - ₹1,700 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Chengam is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs ₹950 - ₹1,700.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Chengam?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Chengam. However, there are services departing from Madurai and arriving at Thiruvannamalai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Chengam?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Chengam. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Tiruvannamalai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

How far is it from Madurai to Chengam?

The distance between Madurai and Chengam is 339 km. The road distance is 329.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Chengam without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs ₹950 - ₹1,700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Madurai to Chengam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Chengam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Madurai to Chengam train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Chengam?

The best way to get from Madurai to Chengam is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs ₹950 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹950 - ₹3,000 and takes 9h 23m.

Where does the Madurai to Chengam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Madurai to Chengam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Chengam?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Chengam is 330 km. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Madurai to Chengam.

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There are 5 ways to get from Madurai to Chengam by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Thiruvannamalaibus
4h 30m
₹948–1,634
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Salem Jntrain
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Tirupattur Jntrain
3. Take the taxi from Tirupattur Jn to Chengamtaxi
7h
₹1,279–3,835
Drive 329.8 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Chengamcar 329.8 km
5h 11m
₹3,764–5,437
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Chengamtaxi 329.8 km
5h 11m
₹5,500–7,000
Train
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tiruvannamalaitrain 16780 / ...
9h 23m
₹979–2,955

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Distance: 339 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Madurai, India and Chengam, 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 Madurai Jn to Tiruvannamalai 5 times a week. Tickets cost ₹270–2,100 and the journey takes 8h 53m.

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