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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kadakkal is to train via Edamann which costs ₹750 - ₹2,200 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Kadakkal is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,800.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Kadakkal?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Kadakkal. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kilimanoor via Kesavadasapuram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Kadakkal?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Kadakkal. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Tenmalai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Madurai to Kadakkal?

The distance between Madurai and Kadakkal is 239 km. The road distance is 232.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Kadakkal without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs ₹950 - ₹2,400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Madurai to Kadakkal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kadakkal bus from?

Madurai to Kadakkal bus services, operated by PALSLNT Travels, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kadakkal train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Kadakkal?

The best way to get from Madurai to Kadakkal is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs ₹950 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Madurai to Kadakkal bus arrive?

Madurai to Kadakkal bus services, operated by PALSLNT Travels, arrive at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala station.

Where does the Madurai to Kadakkal train arrive?

Madurai to Kadakkal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tenmalai station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Kadakkal?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Kadakkal is 233 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Madurai to Kadakkal.

Where can I stay near Kadakkal?

There are 36+ hotels available in Kadakkal.

Madurai to Kadakkal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Madurai to Kadakkal by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tenmalaitrain 16101 / ...
5h 11m
₹981–2,377
Train via Edamann
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Edamanntrain 16327
6h 12m
₹786–2,163
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
7h 15m
Drive 232.5 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Kadakkalcar 232.5 km
3h 39m
₹2,622–3,787
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Kadakkaltaxi 232.5 km
3h 39m
₹3,800–4,600

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Distance: 239.1 km
Duration: 5h 11m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Tenmalai twice daily. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 39m. Alternatively, PALSLNT Travels operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 5h 31m.

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