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

The cheapest way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai is to train which costs ₹210 - ₹1,700 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs ₹2,400 - ₹3,600.

Is there a direct bus between Thiruvananthapuram and Madurai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Thiruvananthapuram and arriving at Madurai. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Thiruvananthapuram and Madurai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Thiruvananthapuram Central and arriving at Madurai Jn. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai?

The distance between Thiruvananthapuram and Madurai is 301 km. The road distance is 257 km.

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

The best way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,700.

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

The train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Madurai Jn takes 5h 5m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai bus from?

Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, depart from Thiruvananthapuram station.

Where do I catch the Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai train from?

Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Thiruvananthapuram Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai?

The best way to get from Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs ₹210 - ₹1,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹700 - ₹3,300 and takes 6h 30m, you could also fly, which costs ₹12,000 - ₹22,000 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai bus arrive?

Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, arrive at Madurai station.

Where does the Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai?

Yes, the driving distance between Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai is 257 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai.

How do I get a train ticket from Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Madurai Jntrain 22628 / ...
5h 5m
₹210–1,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram to Maduraibus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
6h 30m
₹700–3,300
Drive 257 km
1. Drive from Thiruvananthapuram to Maduraicar 257 km
4h 28m
₹2,493–3,600
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thiruvananthapuram to Maduraitaxi 257 km
4h 28m
₹4,600–6,000
Fly
1. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Madurai (IXM)plane TRV - IXM
6h 37m
₹12,383–21,524

Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai by train

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5h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 300.7 km
Duration: 5h 5m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Madurai Jn 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Alternatively, SBM Traansport operates a bus from Thiruvananthapuram to Madurai hourly, and the journey takes 6h 30m. 10 other operators also service this route.

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