Chennai to Madurai by bus, train, flight, taxi from INR 6,086

Chennai to Madurai Destination Reviews

Birgit W

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

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	TravelODesk India	Comfort 3pax	Any time	+10h	$110.00
Bus	Marina Travels	AC Sleeper	01:10	08:45	$16.48
Bus	Vkv Travels	AC Sleeper	01:30	09:35	$19.68
Bus	Finch Travels	AC Sleeper	02:05	09:30	$14.18
Bus	Sri Kumaran Travels	AC Sleeper	02:45	11:30	$19.78
Bus	Finch Travels	AC Sleeper	03:15	11:30	$11.98
Bus	Madurai Pandian Travels	Non-AC Sleeper	04:00	12:30	$5.49
Bus	Rst Roadways	A/C Semi Sleeper	04:30	13:00	$15.38
Bus	Finch Travels	AC Sleeper	04:50	11:30	$10.88
Train	Indian Railways	CC - AC Chair Class	06:00	12:10	$11.57	4.5
Bus	Mrm Travels	AC Seater	06:25	15:25	$3.30
Bus	Ruby Travels	AC Sleeper	06:45	15:50	$21.99
Bus	Fathima Travels	Non-AC Sleeper	07:10	14:25	$7.47
Bus	Finch Travels	AC Sleeper	07:30	13:30	$6.60
Flight	IndiGo	Economy	07:55	09:25	$51.91
Flight	IndiGo	Economy	08:15	09:40	$59.98
Flight	IndiGo	Economy	08:40	12:50	$74.39
Flight	IndiGo	Economy	09:00	18:45	$77.32
Bus	Sri Sms Travels	Non-AC Seater	09:23	17:45	$3.30
Bus	Rp Travels	AC Sleeper	09:40	18:15	$10.88

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 Taxi 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 249.58. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 63.72.

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 63.72 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 249.58.

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

Train tickets - USD 6.37 to USD 16.60;
Bus tickets - USD 23.57 to USD 23.57;
Plane tickets - USD 63.73 to USD 174.84;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 122.79 to USD 249.59.

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 30 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 63.73.

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, IndiGo, IndiGo, IndiGo

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 122.79.

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..

Transportation from Chennai to Madurai

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Madurai

Cheapest Transport	$7
Fastest Transport	1h 15m
Earliest Departure	6:50 AM
Latest Departure	9:50 PM
Departures per day	35
Distance	500 kilometers
Transport Companies	Air India, Air India, FlixBus, Indian Railways, IndiGo, IndiGo, IndiGo, TaxiBazaar, TravelODesk India

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