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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kottarakara is to train and bus which costs ₹270 - ₹1,900 and takes 10h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Kottarakara is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,800.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Kottarakara?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Kottarakara. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kottarakara via Srivilliputhur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Kottarakara?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Kottarakara. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Punalur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Madurai to Kottarakara?

The distance between Madurai and Kottarakara is 236 km. The road distance is 234 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Kottarakara without a car is to bus which takes 5h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Madurai to Kottarakara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kottarakara bus from?

Madurai to Kottarakara bus services, operated by Vee Vee Bus, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kottarakara train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Kottarakara?

The best way to get from Madurai to Kottarakara is to bus which takes 5h 22m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹600 - ₹3,400 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Madurai to Kottarakara bus arrive?

Madurai to Kottarakara bus services, operated by Vee Vee Bus, arrive at Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Kottarakara train arrive?

Madurai to Kottarakara train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Punalur station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Kottarakara?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Kottarakara is 234 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Madurai to Kottarakara.

Where can I stay near Kottarakara?

There are 755+ hotels available in Kottarakara.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Srivilliputhur to Kottarakarabus
5h 22m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Chengannurtrain 16327 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chengannur to Kottakarrabus
10h 54m
₹278–1,857
Train
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Punalurtrain 16101 / ...
6h 43m
₹609–3,337
Drive 234 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Kottarakaracar 234 km
3h 45m
₹2,626–3,793
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Kottarakarataxi 234 km
3h 45m
₹3,900–4,700
Bus via Rajapalayam
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Rajapalayam to Kottakkarabus
7h 15m

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Distance: 236.4 km
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kottarakara via Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu and Srivilliputhur in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Punalur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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