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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Poompuhar is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹4,100 and takes 10h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Poompuhar is to fly and line 43001 train which takes 2h 27m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹9,500.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Poompuhar?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Poompuhar. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Chennai, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Poompuhar?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Poompuhar. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Villivakkam via Tambaram and M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 48m.

How far is it from Madurai to Poompuhar?

The distance between Madurai and Poompuhar is 456 km. The road distance is 452.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Poompuhar without a car is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs ₹850 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Madurai to Poompuhar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Poompuhar bus from?

Madurai to Poompuhar bus services, operated by Mettur Super Services, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Poompuhar train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Poompuhar?

The best way to get from Madurai to Poompuhar is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs ₹850 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹500 - ₹4,100 and takes 10h 48m.

Where does the Madurai to Poompuhar bus arrive?

Madurai to Poompuhar bus services, operated by Mettur Super Services, arrive at Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Poompuhar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Poompuhar?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Poompuhar is 452 km. It takes approximately 6h 37m to drive from Madurai to Poompuhar.

Where can I stay near Poompuhar?

There are 1033+ hotels available in Poompuhar.

Madurai to Poompuhar - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and line 43001 train

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

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Fly, line 43001 train
best
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
2. Take the train from M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal to Villivakkamtrain
2h 27m
₹5,950–9,261
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tambaramtrain 20606 / ...
10h 48m
₹523–4,038
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
8h 20m
₹870–2,411
Drive 452.2 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Poompuharcar 452.2 km
6h 37m
₹5,118–7,392
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Poompuhartaxi 452.2 km
6h 37m
₹10,000–12,000
Bus via Tiruchirappalli
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
8h 38m

Madurai to Poompuhar by bus, foot, and train

567Weekly Services

8h 20mAverage Duration

₹870Cheapest Price

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Distance: 455.8 km
Duration: 2h 27m

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

Mettur Super Services operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadu every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ₹750–1,600 and the journey takes 7h 45m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Tambaram hourly. Tickets cost ₹300–2,300 and the journey takes 9h 28m.

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