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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Vadalur is to train which costs ₹320 - ₹2,500 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Vadalur is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs ₹3,000 - ₹4,500.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Vadalur?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Vadalur. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Vadalur?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Vadalur. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Vadalur via Vridhachalam Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Madurai to Vadalur?

The distance between Madurai and Vadalur is 306 km. The road distance is 273.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Vadalur without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Madurai to Vadalur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Vadalur bus from?

Madurai to Vadalur bus services, operated by Rathimeena Travels C, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Vadalur train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Vadalur?

The best way to get from Madurai to Vadalur is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs ₹320 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Madurai to Vadalur bus arrive?

Madurai to Vadalur bus services, operated by Rathimeena Travels C, arrive at Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Vadalur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Vadalur?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Vadalur is 273 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Madurai to Vadalur.

Where can I stay near Vadalur?

There are 11+ hotels available in Vadalur.

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

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1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Vridhachalam Jntrain 12636 / ...
5h 21m
₹320–2,490
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
6h 31m
Drive 273.4 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Vadalurcar 273.4 km
4h 4m
₹3,074–4,440
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Vadalurtaxi 273.4 km
4h 4m
₹4,100–5,000
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the train from Ponmlai Gld Rck to Vadalurtrain 06890
6h 47m

Madurai to Vadalur by train

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 306.3 km
Duration: 5h 21m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Vridhachalam Jn every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹210–1,600 and the journey takes 3h 46m. Alternatively, Rathimeena Travels C operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu every 2 hours, and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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