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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Sankarapuram is to train which costs ₹950 - ₹3,400 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Sankarapuram is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,400.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Sankarapuram?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Sankarapuram. However, there are services departing from Madurai and arriving at Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu via Salem, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Sankarapuram?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Sankarapuram. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Pukkirivari via Vridhachalam Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Madurai to Sankarapuram?

The distance between Madurai and Sankarapuram is 343 km. The road distance is 265.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Sankarapuram without a car is to bus via Salem which takes 4h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Madurai to Sankarapuram, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Sankarapuram bus from?

Madurai to Sankarapuram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Sankarapuram train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Sankarapuram?

The best way to get from Madurai to Sankarapuram is to bus via Salem which takes 4h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹950 - ₹3,400 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Madurai to Sankarapuram bus arrive?

Madurai to Sankarapuram bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Salem station.

Where does the Madurai to Sankarapuram train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Sankarapuram?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Sankarapuram is 266 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Madurai to Sankarapuram.

Where can I stay near Sankarapuram?

There are two+ hotels available in Sankarapuram.

Madurai to Sankarapuram - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Bus via Salem
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Salembus
2. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadubus Salem, Tamil Nadu - Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu
4h 30m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Vridhachalam Jntrain 12636 / ...
5h 55m
₹980–3,390
Drive 265.6 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Sankarapuramcar 265.6 km
4h 9m
₹2,988–4,315
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Sankarapuramtaxi 265.6 km
4h 9m
₹4,500–5,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu
5h 11m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Salem, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadubus Salem, Tamil Nadu - Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu
6h 10m

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Distance: 342.8 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Madurai to Sankarapuram via Salem, Salem, Tamil Nadu, and Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Vridhachalam Jn every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹210–1,600 and the journey takes 3h 46m.

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