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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kāraikudi is to train which costs ₹240 - ₹2,000 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Kāraikudi is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs ₹900 - ₹1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Kāraikudi?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Kāraikudi. 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 Kāraikudi?

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

How far is it from Madurai to Kāraikudi?

The distance between Madurai and Kāraikudi is 109 km. The road distance is 82.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Kāraikudi without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs ₹240 - ₹2,000.

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

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

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kāraikudi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kāraikudi train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Kāraikudi?

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

Where does the Madurai to Kāraikudi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Madurai to Kāraikudi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Kāraikudi?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Kāraikudi is 82 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Madurai to Kāraikudi.

Where can I stay near Kāraikudi?

There are 40+ hotels available in Kāraikudi.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Madurai to Kāraikudi 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 Karaikkudi Jntrain 16752 / ...
3h 3m
₹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 82.4 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Kāraikudicar 82.4 km
1h 16m
₹931–1,344
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Kāraikuditaxi 82.4 km
1h 16m
₹1,200–1,500

Madurai to Kāraikudi by train

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3h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 109.1 km
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Madurai Jn to Karaikkudi Jn via Manamadurai Jn in around 3h 3m. 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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