Chennai to Madurai Junction

Chennai to Madurai Junction

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Chennai to Madurai Junction Schedule

Chennai to Madurai Junction Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
TravelODesk India Van Family 6pax Any time₹ 21,081
IndiGo Economy #6E718306:25 - 07:45₹ 3,895
IndiGo Economy #6E721609:50 - 11:15₹ 3,895
Air India Economy #AI67111:35 - 13:00₹ 3,808
Indian Railways 2S - Second Sitting Class 13:50 - 21:15₹ 323
Indian Railways 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper 17:00 - 00:10₹ 1,375
Indian Railways 1A - AC First Class Sleeper 19:30 - 03:10₹ 2,295
Ggr Travels AC Sleeper 21:00 - 06:05₹ 982
Rathimeena Travels A AC Sleeper 22:05 - 06:30₹ 826

Transportation from Chennai to Madurai Junction

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Madurai Junction

Cheapest Transport$4
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure6:00 早上
Latest Departure10:30 晚上
Departures per day63
Distance504 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir India, Apple Travels, Asbath Travels, Deltaking Travels, Ggr Travels, Indian Railways, IndiGo, New United Travels, Orange Tours, Rathimeena Travels A, Shri Baghyalakshmi Travels Sblt , Thajudeen Yasmin Travels, TravelODesk India, Vetri Travels

How to get from Chennai to Madurai Junction

Travelling between Chennai and Madurai Junction is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 254.92 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 3.75.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 11 hours to travel between Chennai and Madurai Junction depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Chennai and Madurai Junction. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 15m. Train does a much slower job and take about 10h 5m to reach Madurai Junction.

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

Travelling between Chennai and Madurai Junction can be as cheap as USD 3.75 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 254.92 if you buy a TravelODesk India taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

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

  • 39 from Chennai to Madurai starting from 06:00 Chennai Egmore until 22:30 Chennai Central
  • 16 from Chennai to Madurai starting from 20:15 Chennai until 22:05 Chennai
  • 6 from Chennai to Madurai starting from 06:25 Chennai Airport until 18:25 Chennai Airport
  • 2 from Chennai to Madurai starting from 00:00 Chennai Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Chennai Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chennai to Madurai Junction.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Chennai to Madurai, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 45.62.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Chennai and Madurai

Air India, IndiGo

Bus

Travelling from Chennai to Madurai overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Chennai and Madurai

Apple Travels, Asbath Travels, Deltaking Travels, Ggr Travels, New United Travels, Orange Tours, Rathimeena Travels A, Shri Baghyalakshmi Travels Sblt , Thajudeen Yasmin Travels, Vetri Travels

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Chennai and Madurai

TravelODesk India

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Chennai to Madurai Junction?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with flight remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 50% decided to fly
  • 25% opted for a bus
  • 25% took a train