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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Varanasi is to train which costs ₹1,100 - ₹9,500 and takes 47h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Varanasi is to fly which takes 10h 6m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹23,000.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Varanasi?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Varanasi. However, there are services departing from Madurai and arriving at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh via Dharmapuri, Nimhans Hospital, Corporation and Bangalore, Karnataka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Varanasi?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Varanasi. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Banaras via Tiruchchirapali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 35m.

How far is it from Madurai to Varanasi?

The distance between Madurai and Varanasi is 1843 km. The road distance is 2164.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Varanasi without a car is to bus which takes 43h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 6m to get from Madurai to Varanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Varanasi bus from?

Madurai to Varanasi bus services, operated by Vee Vee Bus, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Varanasi train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Madurai to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Madurai to Varanasi is to fly which takes 10h 6m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹23,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 43h 34m, you could also train, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹9,500 and takes 47h 35m.

Where does the Madurai to Varanasi bus arrive?

Madurai to Varanasi bus services, operated by Vee Vee Bus, arrive at Bangalore, Karnataka station.

Where does the Madurai to Varanasi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Varanasi is 2164 km. It takes approximately 31h 49m to drive from Madurai to Varanasi.

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

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Where can I stay near Varanasi?

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Madurai to Varanasi - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Madurai to Varanasi by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane IXM - VNS
10h 6m
₹13,330–22,416
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tiruchchirapalitrain 12636 / ...
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Banarastrain 22535
47h 35m
₹1,164–9,249
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Dharmapuribus
2. Take the bus from Dharmapuri to Nihams Hospitalbus
3. Take the bus from Bangalore, Karnataka to Varanasi, Uttar Pradeshbus
43h 34m
Drive 2,164.2 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Varanasicar 2,164.2 km
31h 49m
₹24,450–35,316
Bus via Prayagraj
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Bangalore, Karnatakabus
2. Take the bus from Bangalore, Karnataka to Allahabad, Uttar Pradeshbus
3. Take the bus from Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh to Varanasi, Uttar Pradeshbus
46h 35m

Madurai to Varanasi by train

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47h 35mAverage Duration

₹1,164Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,843.1 km
Duration: 10h 6m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Starlight Airline, and Air India Express fly from Madurai (IXM) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madurai to Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh via Dharmapuri, Nimhans Hospital, Pallavi Talkies, Corporation, St Joseph's Indian School/ Malya Hospital, and Bangalore, Karnataka in around 43h 34m.

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