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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Chenkal is to train which costs ₹480 - ₹2,000 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Chenkal is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs ₹3,100 - ₹4,600.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Chenkal?

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

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Chenkal?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Chenkal. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Neyyattinkara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Madurai to Chenkal?

The distance between Madurai and Chenkal is 292 km. The road distance is 278.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Chenkal without a car is to bus which takes 4h 44m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Madurai to Chenkal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Chenkal bus from?

Madurai to Chenkal bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Chenkal train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Chenkal?

The best way to get from Madurai to Chenkal is to bus which takes 4h 44m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹480 - ₹2,000 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Madurai to Chenkal bus arrive?

Madurai to Chenkal bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Kalikkavilai station.

Where does the Madurai to Chenkal train arrive?

Madurai to Chenkal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Neyyattinkara station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Chenkal?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Chenkal is 279 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Madurai to Chenkal.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madurai to Chenkal?

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Where can I stay near Chenkal?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Kalikkavilaibus
4h 44m
₹1,099–2,527
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Neyyattinkaratrain 16127 / ...
5h 59m
₹481–1,934
Drive 278.7 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Chenkalcar 278.7 km
4h 16m
₹3,134–4,527
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Chenkaltaxi 278.7 km
4h 16m
₹5,000–6,000
Bus via Kodai Toll Gate
1. Take the bus from Kodai Toll Gate to Parassalabus
4h 52m
₹1,569–3,707
Train via Parassala
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Parassalatrain 16729 / ...
6h 2m
₹547–1,989

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Distance: 292.2 km
Duration: 4h 44m

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

Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Madurai to Kalikkavilai once daily. Tickets cost ₹750–2,200 and the journey takes 4h 32m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Neyyattinkara 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹210–1,600 and the journey takes 5h 48m.

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