What is the cheapest way to get from Madurai to Nataraja Temple?

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Nataraja Temple is to bus which costs ₹220 - ₹800 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madurai to Nataraja Temple?

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Nataraja Temple is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs ₹3,000 - ₹4,400.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Nataraja Temple?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mattuthavani and arriving at Chidambaram. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Nataraja Temple?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Chidambaram. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Madurai to Nataraja Temple?

The distance between Madurai and Nataraja Temple is 314 km. The road distance is 269.2 km.

How do I travel from Madurai to Nataraja Temple without a car?

The best way to get from Madurai to Nataraja Temple without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,700.

How long does it take to get from Madurai to Nataraja Temple?

The train from Madurai Jn to Chidambaram takes 5h 7m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Nataraja Temple bus from?

Madurai to Nataraja Temple bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Mattuthavani station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Nataraja Temple train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Nataraja Temple?

The best way to get from Madurai to Nataraja Temple is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs ₹220 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹220 - ₹800 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Madurai to Nataraja Temple bus arrive?

Madurai to Nataraja Temple bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Where does the Madurai to Nataraja Temple train arrive?

Madurai to Nataraja Temple train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chidambaram station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Nataraja Temple?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Nataraja Temple is 269 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Madurai to Nataraja Temple.

Where can I stay near Nataraja Temple?

There are 67+ hotels available in Nataraja Temple.

Madurai to Nataraja Temple - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Madurai to Nataraja Temple by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Chidambaramtrain 06018 / ...
5h 30m
₹220–1,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mattuthavani to Chidambarambus
6h 39m
₹220–800
Drive 269.2 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Nataraja Templecar 269.2 km
4h 3m
₹3,007–4,343
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Nataraja Templetaxi 269.2 km
4h 3m
₹4,100–4,900
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane IXM - PNY
2. Take the bus from Puducherry to Chidambarambus
10h 45m
₹10,437–21,053

Madurai to Nataraja Temple by bus and foot

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Distance: 314.2 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Madurai, India and Nataraja Temple, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Chidambaram 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹220–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 7m. Alternatively, SETC operates a bus from Mattuthavani to Chidambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–800 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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