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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Palayam is to train which costs ₹470 - ₹1,900 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Palayam is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs ₹2,800 - ₹4,100.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Palayam?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Palayam. However, there are services departing from Kodai Toll gate and arriving at Thuckalay via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Palayam?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Palayam. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Eraniel via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Madurai to Palayam?

The distance between Madurai and Palayam is 255 km. The road distance is 249.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Palayam without a car is to bus which takes 3h 59m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹3,700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Madurai to Palayam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Palayam bus from?

Madurai to Palayam bus services, operated by Punchiry Tours and Holidays, depart from Kodai Toll gate station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Palayam train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Palayam?

The best way to get from Madurai to Palayam is to bus which takes 3h 59m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹3,700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹470 - ₹1,900 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Madurai to Palayam bus arrive?

Madurai to Palayam bus services, operated by Punchiry Tours and Holidays, arrive at Thuckalay station.

Where does the Madurai to Palayam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Palayam?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Palayam is 250 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Madurai to Palayam.

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Madurai to Palayam by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kodai Toll gate to Thuckalaybus
3h 59m
₹1,640–3,679
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Eranieltrain 16127 / ...
5h 9m
₹478–1,845
Drive 249.9 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Palayamcar 249.9 km
3h 48m
₹2,811–4,060
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Palayamtaxi 249.9 km
3h 48m
₹5,500–7,000
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Thuckalaybus
4h 20m
₹1,082–2,529

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Distance: 255.1 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

Punchiry Tours and Holidays operates a bus from Kodai Toll gate to Thuckalay twice daily. Tickets cost ₹1,200–3,300 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Eraniel 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹190–1,600 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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