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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Chinnasalem is to train which costs ₹330 - ₹2,600 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Chinnasalem is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,800.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Chinnasalem?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Chinnasalem. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Chinnasalem?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Chinnasalem. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Chinna Salem via Vridhachalam Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Madurai to Chinnasalem?

The distance between Madurai and Chinnasalem is 262 km. The road distance is 232.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Chinnasalem without a car is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Madurai to Chinnasalem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Chinnasalem bus from?

Madurai to Chinnasalem bus services, operated by RKT Tours and Travels, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Chinnasalem train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Chinnasalem?

The best way to get from Madurai to Chinnasalem is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹330 - ₹2,600 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Madurai to Chinnasalem bus arrive?

Madurai to Chinnasalem bus services, operated by RKT Tours and Travels, arrive at Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Chinnasalem train arrive?

Madurai to Chinnasalem train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Vridhachalam Jn station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Chinnasalem?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Chinnasalem is 232 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Madurai to Chinnasalem.

Where can I stay near Chinnasalem?

There are one+ hotels available in Chinnasalem.

Madurai to Chinnasalem - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu
5h 9m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Vridhachalam Jntrain 12636 / ...
2. Take the train from Vridhachalam Jn to Chinna Salemtrain 06121 / ...
5h 41m
₹330–2,590
Drive 232.2 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Chinnasalemcar 232.2 km
3h 39m
₹2,612–3,773
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Chinnasalemtaxi 232.2 km
3h 39m
₹3,900–4,700

Madurai to Chinnasalem by train

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5h 41mAverage Duration

₹330Cheapest Price

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Distance: 262.3 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

RKT Tours and Travels operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu 3 times a day, and the journey takes 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Madurai Jn to Chinna Salem via Vridhachalam Jn in around 5h 41m.

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