Chennai to Madurai by train, bus, flight, taxi from INR 4,544

Chennai to Madurai Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	TravelODesk India	Van Family 6pax	Any time	+10h	€191.97
Flight	IndiGo	Economy	00:35	14:40	€328.00
Bus	Madurai Pandian Travels	AC Sleeper	01:00	09:00	€12.65
Bus	Rp Travels	AC Sleeper	01:20	08:45	€8.34
Bus	Rp Travels	AC Sleeper	01:50	09:15	€11.50
Bus	Finch Travels	AC Sleeper	02:10	09:35	€12.66
Bus	Raj Laxmi Travels	AC Sleeper	02:30	11:00	€48.07
Bus	Madurai Pandian Travels	AC Sleeper	03:00	10:30	€14.76
Train	Indian Railways	1A - AC First Class Sleeper	03:30	15:35	€23.57
Flight	Emirates	Economy	04:00	11:10	€497.00
Bus	Madurai Pandian Travels	AC Sleeper	04:30	13:00	€6.32
Bus	Finch Travels	AC Sleeper	04:50	11:30	€10.45
Bus	Rst Roadways	Non-AC Seater	05:15	12:00	€11.61
Flight	Air India	Economy	05:45	14:30	€297.00
Flight	IndiGo	Economy	06:05	16:35	€117.00
Bus	Sri Meenakshi Travels	AC Seater	06:22	15:00	€7.38
Flight	Air India	Economy	06:40	15:55	€132.50
Flight	IndiGo	Economy	07:00	11:45	€86.00
Bus	Aron Transports	A/C Semi Sleeper	07:25	16:00	€15.82
Flight	IndiGo	Economy	07:45	09:25	€98.00

Transportation from Chennai to Madurai

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Madurai

Cheapest Transport	€6
Fastest Transport	1h 10m
Earliest Departure	1:20 AM
Latest Departure	11:59 PM
Departures per day	40
Distance	517 kilometers
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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 EUR 197.13. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as EUR 45.67.

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 EUR 45.67 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 EUR 197.13.

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

Bus tickets - EUR 5.17 to EUR 46.42;
Train tickets - EUR 5.96 to EUR 29.35;
Plane tickets - EUR 45.67 to EUR 196.63;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 102.85 to EUR 197.12.

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 EUR 45.67.

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 EUR 102.85.

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..

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