Madurai to Kanyakumari

Madurai to Kanyakumari

Madurai
Kanyakumari
Fri, Jun 7
One Way
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Madurai to Kanyakumari Schedule

Madurai to Kanyakumari Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 00:30 - 04:45₹ 473
Punchiry Travels AC Sleeper 02:40 - 06:05₹ 3,059
Sharma Transports AC Sleeper 04:00 - 07:00₹ 3,812
Kallada Travels A/C Semi Sleeper 06:25 - 11:00₹ 3,696
Indian Railways CC - AC Chair Class 11:00 - 14:10₹ 1,245
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 15:40 - 21:00₹ 910
Indian Railways 2S - Second Sitting Class 17:45 - 22:20₹ 373
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 18:05 - 22:30₹ 1,455
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 23:50 - 04:15₹ 383

Transportation from Madurai to Kanyakumari

Facts about the transport from Madurai to Kanyakumari

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport3h
Earliest Departure12:30 AM
Latest Departure11:50 PM
Departures per day7
Distance150 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Indiaa Travels, Cab Expresso, Indian Railways, Kallada Travels, Punchiry Travels, Sharma Transports, Sri Shravan Travels, Vetri Travels

How to get from Madurai to Kanyakumari

When you want to get from Madurai to Kanyakumari, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 32.52. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 11.75.

How far is Madurai from Kanyakumari?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Madurai to Kanyakumari. Your trip will be a total of 94 miles (150 km). The flying distance is 94 miles (150 km).

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

The travel time from Madurai to Kanyakumari can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 7 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Madurai to Kanyakumari?

The cost of the trip from Madurai to Kanyakumari varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Shravan Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 11.75 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 32.52.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Madurai to Kanyakumari:

  • Train tickets - USD 5.31 to USD 25.52;
  • Bus tickets - USD 11.75 to USD 32.52;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 94.36 to USD 138.39.

How many trips per day are there between Madurai and Kanyakumari?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 01:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 06:25. There are 7 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Madurai to Kanyakumari is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Madurai to Kanyakumari. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 94.36.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Madurai to Kanyakumari

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Madurai to Kanyakumari? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 60% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 40% decided to go for a bus.