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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Thandalam is to bus via Central station which costs ₹600 - ₹4,100 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Thandalam is to fly and bus which takes 3h 13m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹9,000.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Thandalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Thandalam. However, there are services departing from Madurai and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Saveetha Medical College via Central station and FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Thandalam?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Thandalam. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Tambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 53m.

How far is it from Madurai to Thandalam?

The distance between Madurai and Thandalam is 464 km. The road distance is 437.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Thandalam without a car is to bus via Central station which takes 9h 25m and costs ₹600 - ₹4,100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Madurai to Thandalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Thandalam bus from?

Madurai to Thandalam bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Madurai - Simmakal station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Thandalam train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Thandalam?

The best way to get from Madurai to Thandalam is to bus via Central station which takes 9h 25m and costs ₹600 - ₹4,100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹850 - ₹3,000 and takes 9h 53m.

Where does the Madurai to Thandalam bus arrive?

Madurai to Thandalam bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Chennai - Poonamallee Bypass station.

Where does the Madurai to Thandalam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Thandalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Thandalam is 437 km. It takes approximately 6h 24m to drive from Madurai to Thandalam.

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

Book your Madurai to Thandalam bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Thandalam?

There are 1011+ hotels available in Thandalam.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Madurai to Thandalam by plane, bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Chennai - Saveetha Medical Collegebus
3h 13m
₹5,436–8,543
Bus via Central station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Chennaibus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
9h 25m
₹645–4,022
Train
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tambaramtrain 20606 / ...
9h 53m
₹853–2,988
Drive 437.3 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Thandalamcar 437.3 km
6h 24m
₹4,889–7,061
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Thandalamtaxi 437.3 km
6h 24m
₹9,500–12,000
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Madurai - Simmakal to FlixBus Chennai - Poonamallee Bypassbus FlixBus IN5127
10h 47m
₹742–2,361

Madurai to Thandalam by bus and foot

185Weekly Services

9h 25mAverage Duration

₹645Cheapest Price

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Distance: 463.7 km
Duration: 3h 13m

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

Al Ayaan Travels operates a bus from Madurai to Chennai hourly, and the journey takes 7h 26m. 24 other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Tambaram hourly. Tickets cost ₹300–2,300 and the journey takes 9h 28m.

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