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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kollimalai is to bus which costs ₹850 - ₹2,300 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Kollimalai is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs ₹2,800 - ₹4,100.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Kollimalai?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Kollimalai. However, there are services departing from Mattuthavani and arriving at Meensurutty via Kumbakonam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Kollimalai?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Kollimalai. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Chidambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Madurai to Kollimalai?

The distance between Madurai and Kollimalai is 336 km. The road distance is 249.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Kollimalai without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,800.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Madurai to Kollimalai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kollimalai bus from?

Madurai to Kollimalai bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Mattuthavani station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kollimalai train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Kollimalai?

The best way to get from Madurai to Kollimalai is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹850 - ₹2,300 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Madurai to Kollimalai bus arrive?

Madurai to Kollimalai bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Kumbakonam station.

Where does the Madurai to Kollimalai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Kollimalai?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Kollimalai is 250 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Madurai to Kollimalai.

Where can I stay near Kollimalai?

There are 66+ hotels available in Kollimalai.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Chidambaramtrain 06018 / ...
5h 32m
₹1,072–2,783
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mattuthavani to Kumbakonambus
6h 36m
₹890–2,264
Drive 249.6 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Kollimalaicar 249.6 km
3h 49m
₹2,798–4,041
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Kollimalaitaxi 249.6 km
3h 49m
₹3,800–4,600
Bus via Tiruchirappalli
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Tiruchirappallibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Tiruchirappalli to Mayiladuthuraibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
6h 43m

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Distance: 335.7 km
Duration: 5h 32m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Chidambaram 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 7m. Alternatively, SETC operates a bus from Mattuthavani to Kumbakonam once daily. Tickets cost ₹160–750 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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