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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kollimalai is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,800 and takes 5h 32m.

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 - ₹4,200.

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 Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Meensurutty via Kumbakonam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

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 SLGT Travels, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu 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 via Kumbakonam, which costs and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Madurai to Kollimalai bus arrive?

Madurai to Kollimalai bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu 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 65+ 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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1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Chidambaramtrain 06018 / ...
5h 32m
₹1,072–2,783
Bus via Kumbakonam
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu
6h 11m
Drive 249.6 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Kollimalaicar 249.6 km
3h 49m
₹2,848–4,113
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Kollimalaitaxi 249.6 km
3h 49m
₹3,800–4,600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
6h 29m

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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, SLGT Travels operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu every 3 hours, and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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