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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Punalūr is to train which costs ₹180 - ₹1,500 and takes 5h 40m.

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 28m and costs ₹2,400 - ₹3,600.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Punalūr?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Punalūr. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Punalur via Rajapalayam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

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 three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Madurai to Punalūr?

The distance between Madurai and Punalūr is 223 km. The road distance is 216.5 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 train which takes 5h 40m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,500.

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

The train from Madurai Jn to Punalur takes 5h 40m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Punalūr bus from?

Madurai to Punalūr bus services, operated by National Travels, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu 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 train which takes 5h 40m and costs ₹180 - ₹1,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Madurai to Punalūr bus arrive?

Madurai to Punalūr bus services, operated by National Travels, arrive at Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu 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 28m to drive from Madurai to Punalūr.

Where can I stay near Punalūr?

There are 18+ hotels available in Punalūr.

Madurai to Punalūr - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Madurai to Punalūr by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Punalurtrain 16101 / ...
5h 40m
₹180–1,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Rajapalayam to Punalurbus
6h 45m
Drive 216.5 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Punalūrcar 216.5 km
3h 28m
₹2,441–3,525
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Punalūrtaxi 216.5 km
3h 28m
₹3,600–4,300

Madurai to Punalūr by train

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5h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 223.1 km
Duration: 5h 40m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Punalur 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Punalur via Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu and Rajapalayam in around 6h 45m.

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