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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Punalūr is to bus which costs ₹260 - ₹1,200 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Punalūr is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,100.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Punalūr?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madurai and arriving at Punalur. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Punalūr?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Punalur. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Madurai to Punalūr?

The distance between Madurai and Punalūr is 223 km. The road distance is 216.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Punalūr without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs ₹260 - ₹1,200.

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

The bus from Madurai to Punalur takes 4h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Punalūr bus from?

Madurai to Punalūr bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Punalūr train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Punalūr?

The best way to get from Madurai to Punalūr is to bus which takes 4h and costs ₹260 - ₹1,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹180 - ₹1,500 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Madurai to Punalūr bus arrive?

Madurai to Punalūr bus services, operated by Jayavin Travels, arrive at Punalur station.

Where does the Madurai to Punalūr train arrive?

Madurai to Punalūr train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Punalur station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Punalūr?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Punalūr is 216 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Madurai to Punalūr.

Where can I stay near Punalūr?

There are 19+ hotels available in Punalūr.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Punalurbus
4h
₹260–1,200
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Punalurtrain 16101 / ...
5h 10m
₹180–1,500
Drive 216.3 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Punalūrcar 216.3 km
3h 27m
₹2,096–3,028
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Punalūrtaxi 216.3 km
3h 27m
₹3,600–4,300
Bus via Rajapalayam
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Rajapalayambus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Rajapalayam to Punalurbus
7h

Madurai to Punalūr by bus

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Distance: 222.6 km
Duration: 4h

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

Jayavin Travels operates a bus from Madurai to Punalur once daily. Tickets cost ₹440–1,200 and the journey takes 4h. Kerala State Road Transport Corporation also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Punalur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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