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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Poondi is to bus which costs ₹480 - ₹1,200 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Poondi is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs ₹1,900 - ₹2,900.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Poondi?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Poondi. However, there are services departing from Mattuthavani and arriving at Thanjavur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Poondi?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Poondi. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Thanjavur via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Madurai to Poondi?

The distance between Madurai and Poondi is 217 km. The road distance is 175.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Poondi without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,900.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Madurai to Poondi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Poondi bus from?

Madurai to Poondi bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Mattuthavani station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Poondi train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Poondi?

The best way to get from Madurai to Poondi is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs ₹550 - ₹1,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹480 - ₹1,200 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Madurai to Poondi bus arrive?

Madurai to Poondi bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Thanjavur station.

Where does the Madurai to Poondi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Poondi?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Poondi is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Madurai to Poondi.

Where can I stay near Poondi?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Thanjavurtrain 20692 / ...
3h 20m
₹552–1,837
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mattuthavani to Thanjavurbus
3h 21m
₹488–1,129
Drive 175.3 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Poondicar 175.3 km
2h 39m
₹1,965–2,839
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Poonditaxi 175.3 km
2h 39m
₹3,000–3,700
Train via Tiruchirappalli
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tiruchchirapalitrain 12636 / ...
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Thanjavurtrain 16752 / ...
4h 5m
₹654–2,699

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Distance: 217.5 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Thanjavur 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, SETC operates a bus from Mattuthavani to Thanjavur once daily. Tickets cost ₹120–700 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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