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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Mannar is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹2,500 and takes 9h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Mannar is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,300.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Mannar?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Mannar. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Haripad via Kesavadasapuram and Kaniyapuram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Mannar?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Mannar. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Chengannur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

How far is it from Madurai to Mannar?

The distance between Madurai and Mannar is 395 km. The road distance is 258.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Mannar without a car is to bus which takes 7h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 51m to get from Madurai to Mannar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Mannar bus from?

Madurai to Mannar bus services, operated by PALSLNT Travels, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Mannar train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Mannar?

The best way to get from Madurai to Mannar is to bus which takes 7h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹500 - ₹2,500 and takes 9h 41m.

Where does the Madurai to Mannar bus arrive?

Madurai to Mannar bus services, operated by PALSLNT Travels, arrive at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala station.

Where does the Madurai to Mannar train arrive?

Madurai to Mannar train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chengannur station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Mannar?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Mannar is 258 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Madurai to Mannar.

Where can I stay near Mannar?

There are 106+ hotels available in Mannar.

Madurai to Mannar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Madurai to Mannar by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2. Take the bus from Kaniyapuram to Haripadbus
7h 51m
Train
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1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Chengannurtrain 16344 / ...
9h 41m
₹506–2,432
Drive 258.3 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Mannarcar 258.3 km
4h 19m
₹2,913–4,208
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Mannartaxi 258.3 km
4h 19m
₹4,300–5,500

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Distance: 395.4 km
Duration: 7h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Mannar via Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Kesavadasapuram, Kaniyapuram, and Haripad in around 7h 51m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Chengannur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹280–2,200 and the journey takes 9h 31m.

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