Chennai to Madurai

Chennai to Madurai

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Madurai
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Chennai to Madurai Destination Reviews

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I booked a ticket from Chennai Egmore and paid for it. Got a ticket from another station to departure. Than I got in the night before the information, that I've to start earlier, but the train departures with the original time. That was all very confusing. We used 12GO already in Vietnam and it was perfect.
Chennai to Madurai, Train #20627 CC - AC Chair Class, Indian Railways, Aug 19, 2025
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Chennai to Madurai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
TravelODesk India
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+10h
$110.00
Bus
Rp Travels
AC Sleeper
01:20
08:45
$11.94
Bus
Finch Travels
AC Sleeper
02:05
09:30
$11.94
Bus
Sri Kumaran Travels
AC Sleeper
02:45
11:30
$21.70
Bus
Finch Travels
AC Sleeper
03:15
11:30
$13.15
Flight
Emirates
Economy
04:00
11:10
$579.63
Bus
Rst Roadways
A/C Semi Sleeper
04:30
13:00
$16.87
Bus
Finch Travels
AC Sleeper
04:50
11:30
$11.94
Bus
Rst Roadways
Non-AC Seater
05:15
12:00
$13.27
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
05:55
07:35
$148.11
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
06:15
07:40
$60.64
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
06:35
11:10
$490.99
Flight
Air India
Economy
06:55
18:45
$109.63
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
07:15
12:50
$77.20
Bus
Sri Kumaran Travels
AC Sleeper
07:35
13:50
$7.24
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
07:55
09:25
$111.96
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
08:15
09:40
$60.64
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
08:40
12:50
$74.39
Flight
IndiGo
Economy
09:00
15:35
$113.91
Bus
Madurai Balajee Tours
Non-AC Sleeper
09:20
18:15
$18.09

Transportation from Chennai to Madurai

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Madurai

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure1:20 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day40
Distance517 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, Air India, Amarnath travels, Apple Travels, Avk Travels, Big Bus, Cab Expresso, Egloo Travels, Ganesh Travels, Gokul Travels, Hahn Air Systems, Indian Railways, IndiGo, IndiGo, IndiGo, Intrcity Smartbus, Jayavin Travels, Jupiter, Kallada Travels, Krish Travels, Krs Travels, Lion Travels, Lucky Travels Lucky Kitta , Luxe Xpress, Madurai Balajee Tours , Madurai Harsha Travels, Mettur Supers Mss , Mrm Travels, Muthumari Travels, National Travels CHN, National Travels Madurai, New Lucky Travels, Nt Xpress, Parveen Travels, Rp Travels, Selva Murugan Travels, Shri Baghyalakshmi Travels Sblt , Sorna Travels, SpiceJet, SpiceJet, Sree Kannathal Travels, Sri Amarnath Travels, Sri Jayavilas Travels, Sri Kumaran Travels, Sri Venkateshwara Travels, Tranz king travels, TravelODesk India, Vetri Travels, Vivegam Travels, Vkv Travels, YBM Travels, Yolo Bus, Zingbus

How to get from Chennai to Madurai

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. 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 taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 225.36. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 52.21.

How far is Chennai from Madurai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chennai to Madurai. Your trip will be a total of 322 miles (517 km). The flying distance is 617 miles (992 km).

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

The travel time from Chennai to Madurai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 11 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Chennai to Madurai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is IndiGo: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 52.21 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 225.36.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 5.91 to USD 53.07;
  • Train tickets - USD 6.81 to USD 33.55;
  • Plane tickets - USD 52.21 to USD 224.79;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 117.58 to USD 225.36.

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

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

  • Flights from Chennai to Madurai depart during the day - there are approximately 36 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chennai to Madurai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Madurai. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 52.21.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Chennai to Madurai

Air India, Air India, Hahn Air Systems, IndiGo, IndiGo, IndiGo, SpiceJet, SpiceJet

Buses

Taking a bus from Chennai 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 Chennai 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 117.58.

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 Chennai to Madurai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chennai 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:

  • 81% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 19% decided to go for a bus.