Buses from Madurai to Thoothukudi

Buses from Madurai to Thoothukudi

Madurai
Thoothukudi
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Madurai to Thoothukudi Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Abs Rider
Non-AC Sleeper
00:29
03:30
$12.64
Blue Birds Travels
AC Sleeper
01:00
04:00
$11.32
SPS Travels India
Non-AC Seater
01:30
02:50
$7.68
Thirumalaivasan Transports
AC Seater
02:00
04:15
$13.19
SPS Travels India
Non-AC Seater
02:20
04:35
$7.68
Aathiyappantravels
Non-AC Seater
02:40
03:45
$7.68
City Travels
Non-AC Seater
03:00
05:00
$8.78
Sri Sms Travels
Non-AC Seater
03:20
05:40
$8.23
Sri Shravan Travels
Non-AC Seater
03:40
05:55
$17.02
YBM Travels
AC Sleeper
04:00
06:45
$18.57
Intrcity Smartbus
AC Seater
04:20
06:40
$10.86
Intrcity Smartbus
AC Seater
04:40
07:00
$5.70
MNT Mutharamman Travels
AC Seater
04:59
06:59
$12.08
Senthur Velan Travels
Non-AC Sleeper
05:15
06:45
$14.28
Pat Bus
Non-AC Seater
05:35
07:15
$30.72
Sri Sms Travels
Non-AC Seater
06:15
08:35
$9.88
Vkv Travels
AC Sleeper
06:40
08:50
$24.61
Vkv Travels
AC Sleeper
07:05
09:30
$4.83
Vkv Travels
AC Sleeper
07:30
09:55
$13.63
Pat Bus
Non-AC Seater
08:05
09:45
$32.97

How to get from Madurai to Thoothukudi by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Madurai to Thoothukudi is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Madurai to Thoothukudi tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Madurai to Thoothukudi?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Madurai to Thoothukudi depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

How long does it take to get from Madurai to Thoothukudi by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Madurai to Thoothukudi is about 1h 30m. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Madurai and Thoothukudi may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

How much does it cost to get from Madurai to Thoothukudi by Bus?

The ticket price from Madurai to Thoothukudi can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Madurai to Thoothukudi timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Madurai to Thoothukudi timetable of bus departure and arrival times.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.

Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

Our service only partners with reliable and trustworthy bus companies. We do our best to provide your a choice of the best operators available on each route.

Transportation from Madurai to Thoothukudi

Facts about the bus from Madurai to Thoothukudi

Cheapest Bus$5
Fastest Bus1h 30m
Earliest Bus1:00 午前
Latest Bus11:00 午前
Daily Bus Routes40
Distance141 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAakash Travels, Aathiyappantravels, Air Indiaa Travels, Anand Travels AT, Apple Bus, Blue Birds Travels, City Travels, Intrcity Smartbus, Knt Travels, MNT Mutharamman Travels, Mrm Travels, Pat Bus, Pm Sss Travels, RKT Tours and Travels, RRR Travels, Sbm Traansport, Senthur Velan Travels, Sharma Transports, Sri Bala Tours and Travels, Sri Shravan Travels, Sri Sms Travels, Thirumalaivasan Transports, Vetri Travels, Vkv Travels, YBM Travels