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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Rameswaram is to train which costs ₹160 - ₹1,300 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Rameswaram is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs ₹1,900 - ₹2,800.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Rameswaram?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sellur and arriving at Rameshwaram. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Rameswaram?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Rameswaram. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Madurai to Rameswaram?

The distance between Madurai and Rameswaram is 175 km. The road distance is 169.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Rameswaram without a car is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,300.

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

The bus from Sellur to Rameshwaram takes 3h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Rameswaram bus from?

Madurai to Rameswaram bus services, operated by VKV Travels, depart from Sellur station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Rameswaram train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Rameswaram?

The best way to get from Madurai to Rameswaram is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹160 - ₹1,300 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Madurai to Rameswaram bus arrive?

Madurai to Rameswaram bus services, operated by VKV Travels, arrive at Rameshwaram station.

Where does the Madurai to Rameswaram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Rameswaram?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Rameswaram is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Madurai to Rameswaram.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madurai to Rameswaram?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Madurai to Rameswaram by bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sellur to Rameshwarambus
3h 40m
₹1,300–2,300
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Rameswaramtrain 06653 / ...
3h 40m
₹160–1,300
Drive 169.1 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Rameswaramcar 169.1 km
2h 56m
₹1,897–2,740
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Rameswaramtaxi 169.1 km
2h 56m
₹2,300–2,800
Bus via Ramanathapuram
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Ramnad to Rameswarambus
4h 2m
₹1,302–2,939

Madurai to Rameswaram by train

28Weekly Trains

3h 40mAverage Duration

₹160Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.6 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Madurai, India and Rameswaram, Tamil Nādu, India?

VKV Travels operates a bus from Sellur to Rameshwaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹1,300–2,300 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Rameswaram 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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