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 ₹440 - ₹3,400 and takes 15h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Ongole is to fly and taxi which takes 6h 13m and costs ₹12,000 - ₹20,000.

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 Tirupati. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 42m.

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 six times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 15h 13m.

How far is it from Madurai to Ongole?

The distance between Madurai and Ongole is 969 km. The road distance is 731.8 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 via Nilakkottai which takes 13h 57m and costs ₹500 - ₹3,900.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Madurai to Ongole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Ongole bus from?

Madurai to Ongole bus services, operated by SLGT 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 via Nilakkottai which takes 13h 57m and costs ₹500 - ₹3,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 42m.

Where does the Madurai to Ongole bus arrive?

Madurai to Ongole bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Tirupati station.

Where does the Madurai to Ongole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Ongole?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Ongole is 732 km. It takes approximately 11h 10m to drive from Madurai to Ongole.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madurai to Ongole?

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Where can I stay near Ongole?

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Madurai to Ongole - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Madurai to Ongole by plane, taxi, train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly to Vijayawada Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Vijayawada Airport (VGA)plane IXM - VGA
2. Take the taxi from Vijayawada-Airport-VGA to Ongoletaxi
6h 13m
₹12,007–19,663
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Ongoletrain 04172 / ...
15h 13m
₹440–3,400
Train via Nilakkottai
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Kodaikanal Roadtrain 12638 / ...
2. Take the train from Kodaikanal Road to Ongoletrain 12666 / ...
13h 57m
₹501–3,833
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Tirupatibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Tirupati to Ongolebus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper / ...
14h 42m
Drive 731.8 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Ongolecar 731.8 km
11h 10m
₹8,179–11,814
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Ongoletaxi 731.8 km
11h 10m
₹9,500–12,000
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 20m
₹5,547–10,108
Bus via Chennai (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Madurai - Simmakal to FlixBus Chennai - Padibus FlixBus IN5129
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Padi to FlixBus Ongole - Bypassbus FlixBus IN5212 / ...
16h 42m
₹1,170–3,694

Madurai to Ongole by train

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13h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 968.6 km
Duration: 6h 13m

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

You can take a train from Madurai Jn to Ongole via Kodaikanal Road in around 13h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madurai to Ongole via Tirupati in around 14h 42m.

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