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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Swāmimalai is to train which costs ₹290 - ₹2,400 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Swāmimalai is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs ₹2,200 - ₹3,300.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Swāmimalai?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Swāmimalai. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Swāmimalai?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Swāmimalai. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Swamimalai via Tiruchchirapali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Madurai to Swāmimalai?

The distance between Madurai and Swāmimalai is 209 km. The road distance is 197.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Swāmimalai without a car is to bus which takes 3h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Madurai to Swāmimalai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Swāmimalai bus from?

Madurai to Swāmimalai bus services, operated by Violet Holidays, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Swāmimalai train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Swāmimalai?

The best way to get from Madurai to Swāmimalai is to bus which takes 3h 52m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹290 - ₹2,400 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Madurai to Swāmimalai bus arrive?

Madurai to Swāmimalai bus services, operated by Violet Holidays, arrive at Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Swāmimalai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Swāmimalai?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Swāmimalai is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Madurai to Swāmimalai.

Where can I stay near Swāmimalai?

There are 88+ hotels available in Swāmimalai.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu
3h 52m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tiruchchirapalitrain 12636 / ...
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Swamimalaitrain 06646 / ...
4h 59m
₹294–2,349
Drive 197.1 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Swāmimalaicar 197.1 km
2h 59m
₹2,226–3,215
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Swāmimalaitaxi 197.1 km
2h 59m
₹3,100–3,800
Bus via Thanjavur
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thanjavur, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
4h 53m

Madurai to Swāmimalai by train

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4h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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

Violet Holidays operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu every 3 hours, and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Madurai Jn to Swamimalai via Tiruchchirapali in around 4h 59m.

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