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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Tenkasi is to bus which costs ₹130 - ₹700 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Tenkasi is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,700.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Tenkasi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Tenkasi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Tenkasi Jn. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Madurai to Tenkasi?

The distance between Madurai and Tenkasi is 166 km. The road distance is 161.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Tenkasi without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs ₹160 - ₹1,300.

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

The train from Madurai Jn to Tenkasi Jn takes 2h 38m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Tenkasi bus from?

Madurai to Tenkasi bus services, operated by MRM Travels, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Tenkasi train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Tenkasi?

The best way to get from Madurai to Tenkasi is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs ₹160 - ₹1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹130 - ₹700 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Madurai to Tenkasi bus arrive?

Madurai to Tenkasi bus services, operated by MRM Travels, arrive at Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Tenkasi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Tenkasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Tenkasi is 161 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Madurai to Tenkasi.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tenkasi Jntrain 16101 / ...
2h 38m
₹160–1,300
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Tenkasi, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu
3h 30m
₹130–700
Drive 161.2 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Tenkasicar 161.2 km
2h 35m
₹1,818–2,626
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Tenkasitaxi 161.2 km
2h 35m
₹3,700–4,500

Madurai to Tenkasi by train

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.8 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Tenkasi Jn 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, MRM Travels operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu hourly, and the journey takes 3h 30m. SETC also services this route once daily.

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