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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kolkata is to train and ferry which costs ₹900 - ₹7,000 and takes 37h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Kolkata is to fly which takes 5h 34m and costs ₹12,000 - ₹18,000.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Kolkata?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Kolkata. However, there are services departing from Madurai and arriving at Kolkata via Tirupati. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 15m.

How far is it from Madurai to Kolkata?

The distance between Madurai and Kolkata is 1828 km. The road distance is 2071.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Kolkata without a car is to train and ferry which takes 37h 38m and costs ₹900 - ₹7,000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Madurai to Kolkata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kolkata bus from?

Madurai to Kolkata bus services, operated by Sri Kumaran Travels, depart from Madurai station.

Bus or fly from Madurai to Kolkata?

The best way to get from Madurai to Kolkata is to fly which takes 5h 34m and costs ₹12,000 - ₹18,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 41h 15m.

Where does the Madurai to Kolkata bus arrive?

Madurai to Kolkata bus services, operated by Sri Kumaran Travels, arrive at Tirupati station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Kolkata?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Kolkata is 2071 km. It takes approximately 30h 47m to drive from Madurai to Kolkata.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madurai to Kolkata?

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Where can I stay near Kolkata?

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Madurai to Kolkata - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Madurai to Kolkata by plane, train, ferry, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)plane IXM - CCU
5h 34m
₹12,334–17,401
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Howrah Jntrain 12666
2. Take the ferry from Howrah Jetty to Fairlieferry
37h 38m
₹912–6,777
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Tirupatibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Tirupati to Kolkatabus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper / ...
41h 15m
Drive 2,071.2 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Kolkatacar 2,071.2 km
30h 47m
₹20,132–29,080
Bus via Chennai
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Chennaibus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Chennai to Kolkatabus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
45h 5m
₹2,137–5,867

Madurai (IXM) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) flights

64Weekly Planes

5h 58mAverage Duration

₹9,608Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,828.3 km
Duration: 5h 34m

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

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Madurai (IXM) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madurai to Kolkata via Tirupati in around 41h 15m.

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