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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Thanjavur is to train which costs ₹180 - ₹1,400 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Thanjavur is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,700.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Thanjavur?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Thanjavur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Thanjavur. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Madurai to Thanjavur?

The distance between Madurai and Thanjavur is 164 km. The road distance is 164.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Thanjavur without a car is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs .

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

The bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu takes 2h 51m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Thanjavur bus from?

Madurai to Thanjavur bus services, operated by Balaji Cabs, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Thanjavur train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Thanjavur?

The best way to get from Madurai to Thanjavur is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Tiruchirappalli, which costs ₹280 - ₹2,300 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Madurai to Thanjavur bus arrive?

Madurai to Thanjavur bus services, operated by Balaji Cabs, arrive at Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Thanjavur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Thanjavur?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Thanjavur is 164 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Madurai to Thanjavur.

Where can I stay near Thanjavur?

There are 94+ hotels available in Thanjavur.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Madurai to Thanjavur by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thanjavur, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
2h 51m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Thanjavurtrain 16367 / ...
3h 43m
₹180–1,400
Train via Tiruchirappalli
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tiruchchirapalitrain 12636 / ...
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Thanjavurtrain 22676 / ...
3h 28m
₹284–2,249
Drive 164.4 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Thanjavurcar 164.4 km
2h 29m
₹1,854–2,677
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Thanjavurtaxi 164.4 km
2h 29m
₹2,800–3,400

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Distance: 164.2 km
Duration: 2h 51m

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

Balaji Cabs operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu hourly, and the journey takes 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Madurai Jn to Thanjavur via Tiruchchirapali in around 3h 28m.

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