Alappuzha to Madurai

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Alappuzha to Madurai Destination Reviews

Jose L

The ticket was much more expensive than on other platforms.

Alappuzha to Madurai, Bus AC Sleeper, New Lucky Travels, Feb 23, 2026

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Alappuzha to Madurai Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	SUV 6pax	Any time	+3h 46m	$209.90
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Sedan	Any time	+3h 46m	$157.42
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Hatchback 4pax	Any time	+3h 46m	$157.32
Train	Indian Railways	SL - Sleeper Class	02:20	11:15	$3.09
Train	Indian Railways	2S - Second Sitting Class	02:20	11:15	$1.98
Bus	New Lucky Travels	AC Sleeper	19:30	06:00	$12.20

How to get from Alappuzha to Madurai

When you want to get from Alappuzha to Madurai, 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 Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus 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 13.42. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 13.42.

How far is Alappuzha from Madurai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Alappuzha to Madurai. Your trip will be a total of 118 miles (189 km). The flying distance is 118 miles (189 km).

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

The travel time from Alappuzha to Madurai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 11 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Alappuzha to Madurai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is New Lucky Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 13.42 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 13.42.

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

Train tickets - USD 11.99 to USD 11.99;
Bus tickets - USD 13.42 to USD 13.42;
flight+Train price: USD 59.04 - USD 65.12. From Alappuzha to Madurai starting from 02:00 Ernakulam Jn until 20:25 Ernakulam Jn

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 95.98 to USD 134.34.

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

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

Buses start plying the route from 19:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:30. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Alappuzha to Madurai 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 Alappuzha to Madurai. 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 95.98.

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 Alappuzha to Madurai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Alappuzha to Madurai? 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:

53% chosen flight+Train
47% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Alappuzha to Madurai

Trains

$ 11.99
Buses

$ 13.42
Flights

$ 59.04
Taxis

$ 95.98
Ferries are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Alappuzha to Madurai

Cheapest Transport	$12
Fastest Transport	3h 46m
Earliest Departure	2:00 AM
Latest Departure	8:25 PM
Departures per day	1
Distance	189 kilometers
Transport Companies	Indian Railways, New Lucky Travels, SpiceJet, TaxiBazaar