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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Periyar is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,700 and takes 12h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Periyar is to fly which takes 5h 42m and costs ₹12,000 - ₹18,000.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Periyar?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Periyar. However, there are services departing from Madurai and arriving at B C Road via Salem, Nimhans Hospital, Kempegowda B.S. and Mangaluru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Periyar?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Periyar. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Mangalore Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

How far is it from Madurai to Periyar?

The distance between Madurai and Periyar is 540 km. The road distance is 587.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Periyar without a car is to train which takes 12h 40m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Madurai to Periyar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Periyar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Madurai to Periyar train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Madurai to Periyar?

The best way to get from Madurai to Periyar is to fly which takes 5h 42m and costs ₹12,000 - ₹18,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,700 and takes 12h 40m, you could also bus via Bengaluru, which costs ₹2,300 - ₹6,500 and takes 13h 21m.

Where does the Madurai to Periyar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Madurai to Periyar train arrive?

Madurai to Periyar train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Mangalore Jn station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Periyar?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Periyar is 588 km. It takes approximately 9h 9m to drive from Madurai to Periyar.

Where can I stay near Periyar?

There are six+ hotels available in Periyar.

Madurai to Periyar - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Madurai to Periyar by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane IXM - IXE
5h 42m
₹12,110–17,366
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Mangalore Jntrain 22630
12h 40m
₹1,068–3,622
Bus via Bengaluru
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Salembus
2. Take the bus from Salem to Nihams Hospitalbus
3. Take the bus from Kempegowda B.S. to Mangalurubus
13h 21m
₹2,378–6,404
Drive 587.6 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Periyarcar 587.6 km
9h 9m
₹6,648–9,602
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Periyartaxi 587.6 km
9h 9m
₹13,000–16,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kozhikode, Keralabus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Kozhikode, Kerala
2. Take the bus from Kozhikode to Mangalore Lalbaugbus
15h 42m

Madurai (IXM) to Bajpe Airport (IXE) flights

43Weekly Planes

7h 47mAverage Duration

₹11,937Cheapest Price

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Distance: 540 km
Duration: 5h 42m

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

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Madurai (IXM) to Bajpe Airport (IXE) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Mangalore Jn once a week. Tickets cost ₹360–2,800 and the journey takes 12h 10m.

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