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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Purulia is to train which costs ₹950 - ₹7,500 and takes 41h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Purulia is to fly and train which takes 8h 26m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹24,000.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Purulia?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Purulia. However, there are services departing from Madurai and arriving at Purulia via Tirupati, Central Metro and Kolkata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Purulia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Purulia Jn. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 41h 40m.

How far is it from Madurai to Purulia?

The distance between Madurai and Purulia is 1822 km. The road distance is 2053.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Purulia without a car is to train which takes 41h 40m and costs ₹950 - ₹7,500.

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

It takes approximately 8h 26m to get from Madurai to Purulia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Purulia bus from?

Madurai to Purulia bus services, operated by Sri Kumaran Travels, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Purulia train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Purulia?

The best way to get from Madurai to Purulia is to train which takes 41h 40m and costs ₹950 - ₹7,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Madurai to Purulia bus arrive?

Madurai to Purulia bus services, operated by Sri Kumaran Travels, arrive at Tirupati station.

Where does the Madurai to Purulia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Purulia?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Purulia is 2053 km. It takes approximately 30h 49m to drive from Madurai to Purulia.

Where can I stay near Purulia?

There are six+ hotels available in Purulia.

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Fly Madurai to Birsa Munda Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane IXM - IXR
2. Take the train from Ranchi to Purulia Jntrain
8h 26m
₹10,807–23,993
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Purulia Jntrain 22606
41h 40m
₹950–7,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Tirupatibus
2. Take the bus from Tirupati to Kolkatabus
3. Take the bus from Kolkata to Puruliabus
2d
Drive 2,053.2 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Puruliacar 2,053.2 km
30h 49m
₹23,036–33,275
Fly Madurai to Deoghar, train
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Deoghar (DGH)plane IXM - DGH
2. Take the train from Jasidih Jn to Purulia Jntrain
10h 32m
₹12,977–29,363
Fly Madurai to Durgapur Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, train
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Durgapur Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP)plane IXM - RDP
2. Take the train from Asansol Jn to Purulia Jntrain
9h 51m
₹13,097–30,063
Train to Trichy International Airport, fly to Birsa Munda Airport, train
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tiruchchirapalitrain
2. Fly from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane TRZ - IXR
3. Take the train from Ranchi to Purulia Jntrain
13h 21m
₹11,164–17,479

Madurai to Purulia by train

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41h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,821.9 km
Duration: 8h 26m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Purulia Jn twice a week. Tickets cost ₹950–7,500 and the journey takes 41h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madurai to Purulia via Tirupati, Kolkata, Central Metro, Esplanade, and Kolkata in around 2d.

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