What is the cheapest way to get from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple?

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple is to train which costs ₹330 - ₹2,500 and takes 14h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple?

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs ₹3,200 - ₹4,800.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Guruvayur Temple?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Thrissur, Kerala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Guruvayur Temple?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Guruvayur. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 55m.

How far is it from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple?

The distance between Madurai and Guruvayur Temple is 342 km. The road distance is 289.6 km.

How do I travel from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple without a car?

The best way to get from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple without a car is to train via Thrisur which takes 8h 7m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,600.

How long does it take to get from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple?

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Guruvayur Temple bus from?

Madurai to Guruvayur Temple bus services, operated by Standard Tours, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Guruvayur Temple train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple?

The best way to get from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple is to train via Thrisur which takes 8h 7m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Madurai to Guruvayur Temple bus arrive?

Madurai to Guruvayur Temple bus services, operated by Standard Tours, arrive at Thrissur, Kerala station.

Where does the Madurai to Guruvayur Temple train arrive?

Madurai to Guruvayur Temple train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Thrisur station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Guruvayur Temple is 290 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Madurai to Guruvayur Temple.

Where can I stay near Guruvayur Temple?

There are 384+ hotels available in Guruvayur Temple.

Madurai to Guruvayur Temple - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Train via Thrisur
best
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Thrisurtrain 16344
8h 7m
₹334–2,598
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Guruvayurtrain 16127 / ...
14h 7m
₹330–2,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thrissur, Keralabus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Thrissur, Kerala
8h 24m
Drive 289.6 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Guruvayur Templecar 289.6 km
4h 41m
₹3,266–4,717
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Guruvayur Templetaxi 289.6 km
4h 41m
₹4,800–6,000
Fly to Calicut International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane IXM - CCJ
2. Take the bus from Parappanangadi to Guruvayoorbus
6h 37m
₹9,940–14,226
Fly to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane IXM - COK
2. Take the train from Aluva to Thrisurtrain
8h 30m
₹9,600–18,326

Madurai to Guruvayur Temple by train and foot

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8h 7mAverage Duration

₹334Cheapest Price

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Distance: 341.7 km
Duration: 8h 7m

What companies run services between Madurai, India and Guruvayur Temple, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Thrisur once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 6h 25m. Alternatively, Standard Tours operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thrissur, Kerala every 4 hours, and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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