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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Kovalam is to train which costs ₹600 - ₹2,100 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Kovalam is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs ₹3,100 - ₹4,500.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Kovalam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kovalam, Kerala. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Kovalam?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Kovalam. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Neyyattinkara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Madurai to Kovalam?

The distance between Madurai and Kovalam is 298 km. The road distance is 277.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Kovalam without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Madurai to Kovalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kovalam bus from?

Madurai to Kovalam bus services, operated by Vee Jey Tours And Travels, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Kovalam train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Madurai to Kovalam?

The best way to get from Madurai to Kovalam is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs ₹600 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 15m, you could also fly, which costs ₹13,000 - ₹20,000 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Madurai to Kovalam bus arrive?

Madurai to Kovalam bus services, operated by Vee Jey Tours And Travels, arrive at Kovalam, Kerala station.

Where does the Madurai to Kovalam train arrive?

Madurai to Kovalam train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Neyyattinkara station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Kovalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Kovalam is 278 km. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Madurai to Kovalam.

Where can I stay near Kovalam?

There are 810+ hotels available in Kovalam.

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Neyyattinkaratrain 16127 / ...
5h 10m
₹621–2,094
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kovalam, Keralabus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Kovalam, Kerala
5h 15m
Drive 277.9 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Kovalamcar 277.9 km
4h 25m
₹3,107–4,488
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Kovalamtaxi 277.9 km
4h 25m
₹5,000–6,000
Fly
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane IXM - TRV
4h 48m
₹13,780–19,966

Madurai (IXM) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

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5h 19mAverage Duration

₹12,989Cheapest Price

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Distance: 298.3 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Madurai, India and Kovalam, Kerala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Neyyattinkara 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹210–1,600 and the journey takes 4h 54m. Alternatively, Vee Jey Tours And Travels operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kovalam, Kerala every 3 hours, and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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