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How to get fromRameswaram to Vazhapadiby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Rameswaram to Vazhapadi by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Rameswaram to Salem Jntrain train 16733 / ...
    8h 29m
    ₹358–2,829

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Rameswaram to Maduraibus bus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
    2. Take the bus from Madurai to Salembus bus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
    8h 32m

  3. Drive  335.2 km

    1. Drive from Rameswaram to Vazhapadicar car 335.2 km
    5h 21m
    ₹3,761–5,433

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Rameswaram to Vazhapaditaxi taxi 335.2 km
    5h 21m
    ₹6,500–8,500

  5. Train via Virudhachalam

    1. Take the train from Rameswaram to Vridhachalam Jntrain train 22662
    2. Take the train from Vridhachalam Jn to Valappadi G Hlttrain train 16530 / ...
    9h 3m
    ₹390–3,092

  6. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Rameswaram to Tiruchirappallibus bus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
    2. Take the train from Ponmlai Gld Rck to Salem Jntrain train 16811
    12h 25m

Rameswaram to Vazhapadi by train

Calendar2Weekly Trains
Duration8h 29mAverage Duration
Ticket₹358Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 416.5 km
  • Duration: 8h 29m

What companies run services between Rameswaram, Tamil Nādu, India and Vazhapadi, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Rameswaram to Salem Jn twice a week. Tickets cost ₹240–1,900 and the journey takes 6h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rameswaram to Vazhapadi via Madurai and Salem in around 8h 32m.

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