Kerala to Madurai

Kerala to Madurai

Kerala
Madurai
Fri, Jul 5
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$8
 
 
$133

Other Options

Kerala to Madurai Schedule

Kerala to Madurai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 01:20 - 12:10₹ 578
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 08:00 - 19:15₹ 1,110
Srilankan Airlines Economy 10:20 - 14:30₹ 22,271
IndiGo Economy 14:40 - 20:35₹ 9,052
New Lucky Travels AC Seater 19:25 - 06:30₹ 750
New Lucky Travels AC Seater 21:30 - 06:15₹ 692
A1 Travels Non-AC Seater 22:00 - 06:30₹ 635

Transportation from Kerala to Madurai

Facts about the transport from Kerala to Madurai

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport4h 55m
Earliest Departure12:50 AM
Latest Departure10:15 PM
Departures per day11
Distance405 kilometers
Transport CompaniesIndian Railways, IndiGo, New Lucky Travels, TravelODesk India

How to get from Kerala to Madurai

When you want to get from Kerala 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 Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 132.28. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 7.61.

How far is Kerala from Madurai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Kerala to Madurai. Your trip will be a total of 252 miles (405 km). The flying distance is 212 miles (340 km).

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

The travel time from Kerala to Madurai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 13 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Kerala to Madurai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is New Lucky Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 7.61 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 132.28.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 5.37 to USD 19.07;
  • Bus tickets - USD 7.61 to USD 11.08;
  • flight price: USD 108.58 - USD 132.29. From Kerala to Madurai starting from 08:15 Kannur International Airport until 14:40 Kannur International Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 219.01 to USD 254.43.

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

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

  • 6 by flight from Kerala to Madurai starting from 08:15 Kannur International Airport until 14:40 Kannur International Airport
  • Buses start plying the route from 18:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:15. There are 5 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Kerala 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 Kerala 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 219.01.

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 Kerala to Madurai

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

  • 76% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 19% chosen flight
  • 5% decided to go for a bus.