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

The cheapest way to get from Puducherry to Madurai is to bus which costs ₹280 - ₹2,200 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puducherry to Madurai is to drive which takes 5h 4m and costs ₹3,700 - ₹5,500.

Is there a direct bus between Puducherry and Madurai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Madurai. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Puducherry and Madurai?

No, there is no direct train from Puducherry to Madurai. However, there are services departing from Pondicherry and arriving at Madurai Jn via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Puducherry to Madurai?

The distance between Puducherry and Madurai is 344 km. The road distance is 330.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Puducherry to Madurai without a car is to bus which takes 5h 34m and costs ₹280 - ₹2,200.

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

The bus from Pondicherry to Madurai takes 5h 34m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Madurai bus from?

Puducherry to Madurai bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Pondicherry station.

Where do I catch the Puducherry to Madurai train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Puducherry to Madurai?

The best way to get from Puducherry to Madurai is to bus which takes 5h 34m and costs ₹280 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹350 - ₹2,800 and takes 6h 8m, you could also fly, which costs ₹10,000 - ₹30,000 and takes 8h 56m.

Where does the Puducherry to Madurai bus arrive?

Puducherry to Madurai bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Madurai station.

Where does the Puducherry to Madurai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puducherry to Madurai?

Yes, the driving distance between Puducherry to Madurai is 331 km. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Puducherry to Madurai.

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

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Where can I stay near Madurai?

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pondicherry to Maduraibus
5h 34m
₹280–2,200
Train
1. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Madurai Jntrain 16101 / ...
6h 8m
₹350–2,726
Drive 330.7 km
1. Drive from Puducherry to Maduraicar 330.7 km
5h 4m
₹3,720–5,372
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puducherry to Maduraitaxi 330.7 km
5h 4m
₹4,400–5,500
Fly
1. Fly from Pondicherry (PNY) to Madurai (IXM)plane PNY - IXM
8h 56m
₹10,287–29,333

Puducherry to Madurai by bus

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Distance: 343.9 km
Duration: 5h 34m

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

Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Pondicherry to Madurai once daily. Tickets cost ₹800–2,200 and the journey takes 5h 34m. SETC also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Villupuram Jn to Madurai Jn hourly. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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