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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Eral is to train which costs ₹550 - ₹1,900 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Eral is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,700.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Eral?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Eral. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Eral?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Eral. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Kurumbur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Madurai to Eral?

The distance between Madurai and Eral is 169 km. The road distance is 162.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Eral without a car is to bus via Thoothukudi which takes 2h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Madurai to Eral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Eral bus from?

Madurai to Eral bus services, operated by Tranzking Travels, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Eral train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Eral?

The best way to get from Madurai to Eral is to bus via Thoothukudi which takes 2h 37m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹550 - ₹1,900 and takes 4h.

Where does the Madurai to Eral bus arrive?

Madurai to Eral bus services, operated by Tranzking Travels, arrive at Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Eral train arrive?

Madurai to Eral train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kurumbur station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Eral?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Eral is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Madurai to Eral.

Where can I stay near Eral?

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There are 5 ways to get from Madurai to Eral by bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus via Thoothukudi
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
2h 37m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Kurumburtrain 16731 / ...
4h
₹562–1,833
Drive 162.2 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Eralcar 162.2 km
2h 27m
₹1,820–2,628
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Eraltaxi 162.2 km
2h 27m
₹3,700–4,500
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Madurai - Periyar Bus Stand to FlixBus Authoorbus FlixBus IN4352
3h 26m
₹691–1,280

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Distance: 169.5 km
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Madurai, India and Eral, Tamil Nādu, India?

Tranzking Travels operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Kurumbur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 53m.

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