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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Tirumala is to bus which costs ₹700 - ₹1,700 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Tirumala is to fly which takes 6h 11m and costs ₹16,000 - ₹28,000.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Tirumala?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Tirumala. However, there are services departing from Madurai and arriving at Tirupathi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Tirumala?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Tirumala. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Renigunta Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 4m.

How far is it from Madurai to Tirumala?

The distance between Madurai and Tirumala is 520 km. The road distance is 507.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Tirumala without a car is to bus which takes 9h 50m and costs ₹700 - ₹1,700.

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

It takes approximately 9h 50m to get from Madurai to Tirumala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Tirumala bus from?

Madurai to Tirumala bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Tirumala train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Madurai to Tirumala?

The best way to get from Madurai to Tirumala is to bus which takes 9h 50m and costs ₹700 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹360 - ₹2,600 and takes 13h 4m, you could also fly, which costs ₹16,000 - ₹28,000 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Madurai to Tirumala bus arrive?

Madurai to Tirumala bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Tirupathi station.

Where does the Madurai to Tirumala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Tirumala?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Tirumala is 507 km. It takes approximately 7h 43m to drive from Madurai to Tirumala.

Where can I stay near Tirumala?

There are 358+ hotels available in Tirumala.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Madurai to Tirumala by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Tirupathibus 996Ns / ...
9h 50m
₹736–1,646
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Renigunta Jntrain 16352 / ...
13h 4m
₹369–2,603
Drive 507.3 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Tirumalacar 507.3 km
7h 43m
₹5,703–8,238
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Tirumalataxi 507.3 km
7h 43m
₹6,500–8,500
Fly
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Tirupati Airport (TIR)plane IXM - TIR
6h 11m
₹16,010–27,266
Bus via Renigunta Jn
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Tirupatibus Madurai - Tirupati
12h 34m
₹701–2,415

Madurai to Tirumala by train and bus

8Weekly Services

13h 4mAverage Duration

₹369Cheapest Price

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Distance: 520 km
Duration: 9h 50m

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

SETC operates a bus from Madurai to Tirupathi 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹400–1,300 and the journey takes 9h 30m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Renigunta Jn once daily. Tickets cost ₹310–2,400 and the journey takes 11h 40m.

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