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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kalakkad is to train which costs ₹650 - ₹2,000 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Kalakkad is to drive which takes 3h and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,200.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Kalakkad?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Kalakkad. However, there are services departing from Kodai Toll Gate and arriving at Valliyur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Kalakkad?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Kalakkad. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Nanguneri via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Madurai to Kalakkad?

The distance between Madurai and Kalakkad is 198 km. The road distance is 190.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Kalakkad without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Madurai to Kalakkad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kalakkad bus from?

Madurai to Kalakkad bus services, operated by Punchiry Tours and Holidays, depart from Kodai Toll Gate station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kalakkad train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Kalakkad?

The best way to get from Madurai to Kalakkad is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,800 - ₹3,900 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Madurai to Kalakkad bus arrive?

Madurai to Kalakkad bus services, operated by Punchiry Tours and Holidays, arrive at Valliyur station.

Where does the Madurai to Kalakkad train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Kalakkad?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Kalakkad is 190 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Madurai to Kalakkad.

Where can I stay near Kalakkad?

There are 19+ hotels available in Kalakkad.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Nanguneritrain 16127 / ...
3h 2m
₹675–1,934
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the taxi from Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu to Kalakkadtaxi
3h 9m
Drive 190.2 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Kalakkadcar 190.2 km
3h
₹2,152–3,108
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Kalakkadtaxi 190.2 km
3h
₹4,400–5,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kodai Toll Gate to Valliyurbus
3h 45m
₹1,859–3,849

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Distance: 198.4 km
Duration: 3h 2m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Nanguneri every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹170–1,400 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, Punchiry Tours and Holidays operates a bus from Kodai Toll Gate to Valliyur 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹1,200–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 27m.

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