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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Dhanushkodi is to train via Rameswaram which costs ₹500 - ₹1,700 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Dhanushkodi is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,100.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Dhanushkodi?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Dhanushkodi. However, there are services departing from Sellur and arriving at Rameshwaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Dhanushkodi?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Dhanushkodi. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Pamban Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Madurai to Dhanushkodi?

The distance between Madurai and Dhanushkodi is 181 km. The road distance is 188.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Dhanushkodi without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs ₹650 - ₹1,900.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Madurai to Dhanushkodi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Dhanushkodi bus from?

Madurai to Dhanushkodi bus services, operated by VKV Travels, depart from Sellur station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Dhanushkodi train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Dhanushkodi?

The best way to get from Madurai to Dhanushkodi is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs ₹650 - ₹1,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,700 - ₹2,800 and takes 4h.

Where does the Madurai to Dhanushkodi bus arrive?

Madurai to Dhanushkodi bus services, operated by VKV Travels, arrive at Rameshwaram station.

Where does the Madurai to Dhanushkodi train arrive?

Madurai to Dhanushkodi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Pamban Jn station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Dhanushkodi?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Dhanushkodi is 188 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Madurai to Dhanushkodi.

Where can I stay near Dhanushkodi?

There are 133+ hotels available in Dhanushkodi.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Madurai to Dhanushkodi by train, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Pamban Jntrain 06651 / ...
3h 35m
₹662–1,886
Train via Rameswaram
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Rameswaramtrain 06653 / ...
3h 58m
₹526–1,696
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sellur to Rameshwarambus
4h
₹1,695–2,761
Drive 188.2 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Dhanushkodicar 188.2 km
3h 13m
₹2,118–3,059
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Dhanushkoditaxi 188.2 km
3h 13m
₹2,500–3,100
Bus via Ramanathapuram
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Ramnad to Rameswarambus
4h 22m
₹1,682–3,399

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Distance: 180.8 km
Duration: 3h 35m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Pamban Jn 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, VKV Travels operates a bus from Sellur to Rameshwaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹1,300–2,300 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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