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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Ongole is to train which costs ₹390 - ₹3,000 and takes 12h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Ongole is to fly and train which takes 7h 17m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Ongole?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Ongole. However, there are services departing from Madurai and arriving at Ongole via Salem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Ongole?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Ongole. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h 33m.

How far is it from Madurai to Ongole?

The distance between Madurai and Ongole is 787 km. The road distance is 732 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Ongole without a car is to train which takes 12h 33m and costs ₹390 - ₹3,000.

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

The train from Madurai Jn to Ongole takes 12h 33m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Ongole bus from?

Madurai to Ongole bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Ongole train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Ongole?

The best way to get from Madurai to Ongole is to train which takes 12h 33m and costs ₹390 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Salem, which costs ₹1,300 - ₹4,500 and takes 13h 35m.

Where does the Madurai to Ongole bus arrive?

Madurai to Ongole bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Salem station.

Where does the Madurai to Ongole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Ongole?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Ongole is 732 km. It takes approximately 11h 11m to drive from Madurai to Ongole.

Where can I stay near Ongole?

There are four+ hotels available in Ongole.

Madurai to Ongole - 7 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 Ongoletrain 22631 / ...
12h 33m
₹390–3,000
Bus via Salem
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Salembus
2. Take the bus from Salem to Ongolebus
13h 35m
₹1,327–4,458
Drive 732 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Ongolecar 732 km
11h 11m
₹8,232–11,891
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Ongoletaxi 732 km
11h 11m
₹9,500–12,000
Fly to Vijayawada Airport, train
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)plane IXM - VGA
2. Take the train from Vijayawada Jn to Ongoletrain
9h 6m
₹9,960–15,216
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Nellore, Andhra Pradeshbus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Nellore, Andhra Pradesh
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Nellore - Mini Bypass Road to FlixBus Ongole - Church Centrebus FlixBus IN5336
14h 47m
Fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
2. Take the train from Chennai Central to Ongoletrain
7h 17m
₹6,130–11,466

Madurai to Ongole by train

5Weekly Trains

12h 33mAverage Duration

₹390Cheapest Price

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Distance: 786.7 km
Duration: 12h 33m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Ongole 5 times a week. Tickets cost ₹390–3,000 and the journey takes 12h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madurai to Ongole via Salem in around 13h 35m.

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