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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kolenchery is to bus via Kottayam which costs ₹800 - ₹1,100 and takes 9h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Kolenchery is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs ₹2,400 - ₹3,600.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Kolenchery?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Kolenchery. However, there are services departing from Madurai and arriving at Ernakulam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Kolenchery?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Kolenchery. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Aluva via Palakkad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Madurai to Kolenchery?

The distance between Madurai and Kolenchery is 396 km. The road distance is 218.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Kolenchery without a car is to train via Palakkad which takes 7h 29m and costs ₹900 - ₹3,500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Madurai to Kolenchery, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kolenchery bus from?

Madurai to Kolenchery bus services, operated by Sri Murugas Travels, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kolenchery train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Kolenchery?

The best way to get from Madurai to Kolenchery is to train via Palakkad which takes 7h 29m and costs ₹900 - ₹3,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 41m.

Where does the Madurai to Kolenchery bus arrive?

Madurai to Kolenchery bus services, operated by Sri Murugas Travels, arrive at Ernakulam station.

Where does the Madurai to Kolenchery train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Kolenchery?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Kolenchery is 218 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Madurai to Kolenchery.

Where can I stay near Kolenchery?

There are 1218+ hotels available in Kolenchery.

Madurai to Kolenchery - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Madurai to Kolenchery by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Palakkad
best
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Palakkadtrain 16344 / ...
2. Take the train from Palakkad to Aluvatrain 16315 / ...
7h 29m
₹946–3,439
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Mulanturuttitrain 16327
11h 18m
₹747–2,540
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Ernakulambus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
8h 41m
Drive 218.4 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Kolencherycar 218.4 km
3h 57m
₹2,450–3,539
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Kolencherytaxi 218.4 km
3h 57m
₹4,400–5,500
Bus via Kottayam
1. Take the bus from Mattuthavani Bus Stop to Ettumannurbus
2. Take the bus from Ettumanoor to Muvattupuzhabus
9h 39m
₹814–1,074

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Distance: 396.5 km
Duration: 7h 29m

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

You can take a train from Madurai Jn to Kolenchery via Palakkad and Aluva in around 7h 29m. Alternatively, Sri Murugas Travels operates a bus from Madurai to Ernakulam twice daily, and the journey takes 8h 15m. Five other operators also service this route.

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