What is the cheapest way to get from Madurai to Ellora Caves?

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Ellora Caves is to train which costs ₹1,200 - ₹6,500 and takes 33h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madurai to Ellora Caves?

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Ellora Caves is to fly which takes 8h 20m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹19,000.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Ellora Caves?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Ellora Caves. However, there are services departing from Madurai and arriving at Aurangabad via Bengaluru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Ellora Caves?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Ellora Caves. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 5m.

How far is it from Madurai to Ellora Caves?

The distance between Madurai and Ellora Caves is 1199 km. The road distance is 1328.9 km.

How do I travel from Madurai to Ellora Caves without a car?

The best way to get from Madurai to Ellora Caves without a car is to bus which takes 24h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Madurai to Ellora Caves?

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from Madurai to Ellora Caves, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Ellora Caves bus from?

Madurai to Ellora Caves bus services, operated by Punchiry Tours and Holidays, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Ellora Caves train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Madurai to Ellora Caves?

The best way to get from Madurai to Ellora Caves is to fly which takes 8h 20m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹19,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 24h 42m, you could also train, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹6,500 and takes 33h 5m.

Where does the Madurai to Ellora Caves bus arrive?

Madurai to Ellora Caves bus services, operated by Punchiry Tours and Holidays, arrive at Bengaluru station.

Where does the Madurai to Ellora Caves train arrive?

Madurai to Ellora Caves train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Ellora Caves?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Ellora Caves is 1329 km. It takes approximately 19h 47m to drive from Madurai to Ellora Caves.

Where can I stay near Ellora Caves?

There are 153+ hotels available in Ellora Caves.

Madurai to Ellora Caves - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Madurai to Ellora Caves by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU)plane IXM - IXU
8h 20m
₹10,407–18,163
Train
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1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagartrain 16733
33h 5m
₹1,219–6,056
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 SLX Multi-Axle AC Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Aurangabadbus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
24h 42m
Drive 1,328.9 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Ellora Cavescar 1,328.9 km
19h 47m
₹14,874–21,484

Madurai (IXM) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU) flights

43Weekly Planes

10h 17mAverage Duration

₹9,497Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,199.3 km
Duration: 8h 20m

What companies run services between Madurai, India and Ellora Caves, India?

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Madurai (IXM) to Aurangabad Airport (IXU) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madurai to Ellora Caves via Bengaluru and Aurangabad in around 24h 42m.

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