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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Karungal is to train which costs ₹600 - ₹2,100 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Karungal is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs ₹2,800 - ₹4,200.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Karungal?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Karungal. However, there are services departing from Kodai Toll gate and arriving at Thuckalay via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Karungal?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Karungal. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Eraniel via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Madurai to Karungal?

The distance between Madurai and Karungal is 257 km. The road distance is 256.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Karungal without a car is to bus which takes 4h 1m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹3,800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Madurai to Karungal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Karungal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Madurai to Karungal train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Karungal?

The best way to get from Madurai to Karungal is to bus which takes 4h 1m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹3,800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹600 - ₹2,100 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Madurai to Karungal bus arrive?

Madurai to Karungal bus services, operated by Punchiry Tours and Holidays, arrive at Thuckalay station.

Where does the Madurai to Karungal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Karungal?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Karungal is 256 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Madurai to Karungal.

Where can I stay near Karungal?

There are 142+ hotels available in Karungal.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kodai Toll gate to Thuckalaybus
4h 1m
₹1,690–3,779
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Eranieltrain 16127 / ...
5h 15m
₹618–2,055
Drive 256.3 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Karungalcar 256.3 km
3h 53m
₹2,884–4,165
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Karungaltaxi 256.3 km
3h 53m
₹5,500–7,000
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Azhagiyamandapambus
4h 24m
₹1,117–2,562

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Distance: 257.4 km
Duration: 4h 1m

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

Punchiry Tours and Holidays operates a bus from Kodai Toll gate to Thuckalay twice daily. Tickets cost ₹1,200–3,300 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Eraniel 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹190–1,600 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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