Madurai to Kumbakonam

Madurai to Kumbakonam

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Madurai to Kumbakonam Schedule

Madurai to Kumbakonam Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Vetri Travels AC Sleeper 01:45 - 03:05₹ 2,424
Vkv Travels A/C Semi Sleeper 10:00 - 11:20₹ 219
National Travels Madurai AC Sleeper 12:15 - 13:45₹ 578
National Travels Madurai AC Sleeper 17:05 - 18:20₹ 635
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 20:50 - 00:24₹ 483
National Travels Madurai Non-AC Seater 22:00 - 23:15₹ 461

Transportation from Madurai to Kumbakonam

Facts about the transport from Madurai to Kumbakonam

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport3h 34m
Earliest Departure12:10 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day1
Distance179 kilometers
Transport CompaniesIndian Railways, Rathimeena Travels B

How to get from Madurai to Kumbakonam

Travelling between Madurai and Kumbakonam is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 11.77 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 11.77.

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

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 5 hours to travel between Madurai and Kumbakonam depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Madurai and Kumbakonam. Train will bring you to your destination in 3h 34m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 4h 5m to reach Kumbakonam.

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

Travelling between Madurai and Kumbakonam can be as cheap as USD 11.77 if you opt for a Rathimeena Travels B bus and as expensive as USD 11.77 if you buy a Rathimeena Travels B Bus 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 Madurai and Kumbakonam ?

  • 1 from Madurai to Kumbakonam starting from 23:55 Madurai until 23:55 Madurai

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Madurai to Kumbakonam 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 Madurai and Kumbakonam

Rathimeena Travels B

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 Madurai to Kumbakonam?

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% took a train