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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Manali is to train and bus which costs ₹320 - ₹2,300 and takes 10h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Manali is to fly and line 595 bus which takes 3h 5m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹9,000.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Manali?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Manali. However, there are services departing from Madurai and arriving at M.F.L. via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Manali?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Manali. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Wimco Nagar Metro via Tambaram and Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 26m.

How far is it from Madurai to Manali?

The distance between Madurai and Manali is 483 km. The road distance is 462.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Manali without a car is to bus via Central Station which takes 9h 25m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Madurai to Manali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Manali bus from?

Madurai to Manali bus services, operated by MNT Mutharamman Travels, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Manali train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Manali?

The best way to get from Madurai to Manali is to bus via Central Station which takes 9h 25m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹650 - ₹3,500 and takes 11h 26m.

Where does the Madurai to Manali bus arrive?

Madurai to Manali bus services, operated by MNT Mutharamman Travels, arrive at Chennai station.

Where does the Madurai to Manali train arrive?

Madurai to Manali train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tambaram station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Manali?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Manali is 463 km. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Madurai to Manali.

Where can I stay near Manali?

There are 821+ hotels available in Manali.

Madurai to Manali - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, line 595 bus, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Madurai to Manali by plane, bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly, line 595 bus
best
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
2. Take the bus from I.T.C. to M.F.Lbus
3h 5m
₹5,582–8,738
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Chennai Egmoretrain 12636 / ...
2. Take the bus from Thirumangalam to Government Schoolbus 121A
10h 36m
₹325–2,274
Bus via Central Station
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Chennaibus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
9h 25m
₹727–2,232
Drive 462.5 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Manalicar 462.5 km
6h 46m
₹5,190–7,496
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Manalitaxi 462.5 km
6h 46m
₹10,000–13,000
Train
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tambaramtrain 20606 / ...
11h 26m
₹657–3,488
Bus
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Madurai - Simmakal to FlixBus Chennai - Anna Nagarbus FlixBus IN5129
2. Take the bus from Anna Nagar West Depot to Government Schoolbus 121A
11h 42m
₹699–2,254

Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

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1h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 483 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

MNT Mutharamman Travels operates a bus from Madurai to Chennai every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 7h 30m. 38 other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Tambaram hourly. Tickets cost ₹300–2,300 and the journey takes 9h 28m.

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