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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kāraikkudi is to train which costs ₹240 - ₹2,000 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Kāraikkudi is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs ₹900 - ₹1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Kāraikkudi?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Kāraikkudi. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Karaikudi via Ramnad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Kāraikkudi?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Kāraikkudi. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Devakottai Road via Manamadurai Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Madurai to Kāraikkudi?

The distance between Madurai and Kāraikkudi is 104 km. The road distance is 81 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Kāraikkudi without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs ₹240 - ₹2,000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Madurai to Kāraikkudi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kāraikkudi bus from?

Madurai to Kāraikkudi bus services, operated by VKV Travels, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kāraikkudi train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Kāraikkudi?

The best way to get from Madurai to Kāraikkudi is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs ₹240 - ₹2,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,300 - ₹3,000 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Madurai to Kāraikkudi bus arrive?

Madurai to Kāraikkudi bus services, operated by VKV Travels, arrive at Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Kāraikkudi train arrive?

Madurai to Kāraikkudi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Manamadurai Jn station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Kāraikkudi?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Kāraikkudi is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Madurai to Kāraikkudi.

Where can I stay near Kāraikkudi?

There are 40+ hotels available in Kāraikkudi.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Madurai to Kāraikkudi by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Manamadurai Jntrain 06653 / ...
2. Take the train from Manamadurai Jn to Devakottai Roadtrain 06886 / ...
2h 48m
₹244–1,954
Bus
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 Karaikudibus
5h 17m
₹1,332–2,939
Drive 81 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Kāraikkudicar 81 km
1h 14m
₹915–1,321
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Kāraikkuditaxi 81 km
1h 14m
₹1,100–1,400

Madurai to Kāraikkudi by train

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2h 48mAverage Duration

₹244Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.1 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Madurai Jn to Devakottai Road via Manamadurai Jn in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Karaikudi via Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu and Ramnad in around 5h 17m.

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