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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kadayanallur is to bus which costs ₹120 - ₹850 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Kadayanallur is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs ₹160 - ₹1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Kadayanallur?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madurai and arriving at Idaikal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Kadayanallur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Kadayanallur. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Madurai to Kadayanallur?

The distance between Madurai and Kadayanallur is 150 km. The road distance is 142.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Kadayanallur without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs ₹160 - ₹1,300.

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

The train from Madurai Jn to Kadayanallur takes 2h 34m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kadayanallur bus from?

Madurai to Kadayanallur bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kadayanallur train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Kadayanallur?

The best way to get from Madurai to Kadayanallur is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs ₹160 - ₹1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹120 - ₹850 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Madurai to Kadayanallur bus arrive?

Madurai to Kadayanallur bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Idaikal station.

Where does the Madurai to Kadayanallur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Kadayanallur?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Kadayanallur is 143 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Madurai to Kadayanallur.

Where can I stay near Kadayanallur?

There are 55+ hotels available in Kadayanallur.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Kadayanallurtrain 06029 / ...
2h 34m
₹160–1,300
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Idaikalbus
2h 55m
₹120–850
Drive 142.9 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Kadayanallurcar 142.9 km
2h 36m
₹1,600–2,312
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Kadayanallurtaxi 142.9 km
2h 36m
₹3,300–4,000

Madurai to Kadayanallur by train

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2h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.9 km
Duration: 2h 34m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Kadayanallur 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, Jayavin Travels operates a bus from Madurai to Idaikal once daily. Tickets cost ₹360–850 and the journey takes 2h 55m. SETC also services this route once daily.

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