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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil is to train which costs ₹800 - ₹2,400 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs ₹2,800 - ₹4,200.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Vaitheeswarankoil?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu via Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Vaitheeswarankoil?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Sirkazhi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil?

The distance between Madurai and Vaitheeswarankoil is 301 km. The road distance is 253 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs ₹800 - ₹2,400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil bus from?

Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil bus services, operated by Violet Holidays, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil?

The best way to get from Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs ₹800 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil bus arrive?

Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil bus services, operated by Violet Holidays, arrive at Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil train arrive?

Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Sirkazhi station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil is 253 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoil.

Where can I stay near Vaitheeswarankoil?

There are 59+ hotels available in Vaitheeswarankoil.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Sirkazhitrain 16367 / ...
5h 18m
₹816–2,386
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thanjavur, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the train from Thanjavur to Vaithisvarankoiltrain 09420 / ...
5h 54m
Drive 253 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoilcar 253 km
3h 50m
₹2,854–4,123
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Vaitheeswarankoiltaxi 253 km
3h 50m
₹3,800–4,600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu to Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadubus Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu - Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu
6h 10m

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Distance: 300.6 km
Duration: 5h 18m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Sirkazhi twice daily. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Vaitheeswarankoil via Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu and Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu in around 6h 10m.

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