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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kotagiri is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,600 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Kotagiri is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs ₹2,800 - ₹4,200.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Kotagiri?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Kotagiri. However, there are services departing from Madurai and arriving at Ooty via Palani. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Kotagiri?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Kotagiri. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Metupalaiyam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Madurai to Kotagiri?

The distance between Madurai and Kotagiri is 297 km. The road distance is 256.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Kotagiri without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,600.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Madurai to Kotagiri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kotagiri bus from?

Madurai to Kotagiri bus services, operated by Hans Travels, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kotagiri train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Kotagiri?

The best way to get from Madurai to Kotagiri is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹2,400 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Madurai to Kotagiri bus arrive?

Madurai to Kotagiri bus services, operated by Hans Travels, arrive at Palani station.

Where does the Madurai to Kotagiri train arrive?

Madurai to Kotagiri train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Metupalaiyam station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Kotagiri?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Kotagiri is 256 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Madurai to Kotagiri.

Where can I stay near Kotagiri?

There are 620+ hotels available in Kotagiri.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Metupalaiyamtrain 16766 / ...
6h 10m
₹1,005–2,553
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Palanibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Palani to Ootybus 783Ns
8h 37m
₹1,216–2,387
Drive 256.4 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Kotagiricar 256.4 km
3h 59m
₹2,867–4,141
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Kotagiritaxi 256.4 km
3h 59m
₹6,000–8,000
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane IXM - CJB
2. Take the taxi from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Kotagiritaxi
4h 22m
₹7,007–20,463

Madurai (IXM) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) flights

45Weekly Planes

4h 45mAverage Duration

₹5,439Cheapest Price

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Distance: 296.7 km
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Madurai, India and Kotagiri, Tamil Nādu, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Metupalaiyam 3 times a week. Tickets cost ₹200–1,600 and the journey takes 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madurai to Kotagiri via Palani and Ooty in around 8h 37m.

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