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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Lalpet is to train which costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,900 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Lalpet is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs ₹2,800 - ₹4,100.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Lalpet?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Lalpet. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Meensurutty via Kumbakonam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Lalpet?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Lalpet. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Sirkazhi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Madurai to Lalpet?

The distance between Madurai and Lalpet is 326 km. The road distance is 249 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Lalpet without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 30m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Madurai to Lalpet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Lalpet bus from?

Madurai to Lalpet bus services, operated by Violet Holidays, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Lalpet train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Lalpet?

The best way to get from Madurai to Lalpet is to bus via Kumbakonam which takes 6h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,900 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Madurai to Lalpet bus arrive?

Madurai to Lalpet bus services, operated by Violet Holidays, arrive at Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Lalpet train arrive?

Madurai to Lalpet train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Sirkazhi station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Lalpet?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Lalpet is 249 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Madurai to Lalpet.

Where can I stay near Lalpet?

There are 61+ hotels available in Lalpet.

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

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

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Vridhachalam Jntrain 12636 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Vridhachalam Jn to Lalpettaxi
4h 30m
₹1,310–2,990
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Sirkazhitrain 16367 / ...
5h 43m
₹1,166–2,836
Bus via Kumbakonam
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu
6h 8m
Drive 249 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Lalpetcar 249 km
3h 47m
₹2,801–4,045
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Lalpettaxi 249 km
3h 47m
₹3,800–4,600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
6h 26m

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Distance: 326.4 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

Violet Holidays operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu every 3 hours, and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Sirkazhi twice daily. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 11m.

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