Madurai to Tirunelveli
Head to Tirunelveli to explore its ancient temples and lush greenery, a change from Madurai’s bustling cityscape. From Madurai to Tirunelveli, travelers can choose from a range of transport services, with full details on when they run, how long they take and what they cost.
Travel options for Madurai to Tirunelveli
On your journey from Madurai to Tirunelveli, take a train for 434 INR to save, or get there quicker with bus in 1h y 40 minutes.
Train from Madurai to Tirunelveli
Start your trip at Madurai Junction and travel from Madurai to Tirunelveli, reaching Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu after about 1 hour 58 minutes. Fares begin at 434 INR, see available seats and secure your ticket ahead of time.
Prices: 434 INR
Duration: 1h 58m – 3h 15m ⏱
Bus from Madurai to Tirunelveli
Catch a bus at Madurai and start your journey from Madurai. Services run frequently throughout the day, with the first departure at 00:10, allowing you to pick a departure that suits your schedule. The trip takes around 1 hour 40 minutes, and you'll arrive at multiple stations, including Tirunelveli, Thattarmadam, Tamil Nadu, VM Chatram, Tamil Nadu and others, heading into Tirunelveli. Fares start from 567 INR, and you can check availability and book your seat here.
Prices: 567 INR
Duration: 1h 40m – 23h 15m ⏱
Charter from Madurai to Tirunelveli
Skip the queues and crowded transport: a private driver will pick you up in Madurai and drop you exactly where you want in Tirunelveli. With a journey time of roughly 2 hours 38 minutes, this is the easiest way to travel, offering privacy and flexibility. Fares start at 11,794 INR, and you can reserve your transfer here.
Prices: 11,794 INR
Duration: 2h 38m ⏱
Train Routes & Schedules from Madurai to Tirunelveli
Begin at Madurai Junction, which serves as the single departure point for the train connection between Madurai and Tirunelveli. Trains operate from 00:30 until 23:15, and the journey usually takes around 1h 58m to 3h 15m. Train ticket prices start from 434 to 1,985 INR, with arrival at Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu at the end of the route. Refer to the train timetable for Madurai to Tirunelveli to see which services run during the day and choose the option that best fits your plans.
Cheapest Train Madurai to Tirunelveli
434 INR, from Madurai Junction to Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, departure at 09:30, duration 2h 15mFastest Train Madurai to Tirunelveli
1341 INR, from Madurai Junction to Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, departure at 10:40, duration 1h 58mTrain Timetable: Madurai Junction → Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu
- 00:30 02:55 2h 25m 1985 INR
- 02:00 04:10 2h 10m 1985 INR
- 02:20 05:10 2h 50m 1030 INR
- 02:35 04:55 2h 20m 1080 INR
- 04:05 07:00 2h 55m 1080 INR
- 08:05 10:40 2h 35m 484 INR
- 09:30 11:45 2h 15m 434 INR
- 10:40 12:38 1h 58m 1341 INR
- 20:15 23:30 3h 15m 792 INR
- 20:50 23:00 2h 10m 1093 INR
- 23:00 02:00 3h 445 INR
- 23:15 01:40 2h 25m 484 INR
Bus Routes & Schedules from Madurai to Tirunelveli
If you’re planning to reach Tirunelveli by bus from Madurai, it’s useful to know that the route is served by multiple departure and arrival stations rather than a single bus terminal. This means you can choose the combination of stops that best suits where you’re staying or heading next. Travel times vary depending on the selected stops, but most services take around 1h 40m to 23h 15m. Buses run throughout the day, with departures starting from 00:10 and continuing until 23:59. Prices usually begin at 567 to 5,038 INR, with minor differences depending on the specific service or boarding point. Taking a moment to review the complete bus timetable for Madurai to Tirunelveli allows you to compare station options and select the best bus for your journey.
Cheapest Bus Madurai to Tirunelveli
567 INR, from Madurai to Reddiarpatti, Tamil Nadu, departure at 02:45, duration 4hFastest Bus Madurai to Tirunelveli
2329 INR, from Madurai to Tirunelveli, departure at 03:45, duration 1h 40mBus Timetable: Madurai → Melapalayam, Tamil Nadu
- 02:55 05:45 2h 50m 756 INR
- 03:30 05:50 2h 20m 1698 INR
- 04:16 06:05 1h 49m 3058 INR
Bus Timetable: Madurai → Naduvakurichi, Tamil Nadu
- 01:00 04:35 3h 35m 1260 INR
- 03:00 07:25 4h 25m 628 INR
- 04:45 07:05 2h 20m 2518 INR
Bus Timetable: Madurai → Reddiarpatti, Tamil Nadu
- 02:45 06:45 4h 567 INR
Bus Timetable: Madurai → Thattarmadam, Tamil Nadu
- 01:40 05:30 3h 50m 691 INR
- 02:30 06:20 3h 50m 1762 INR
- 03:15 08:15 5h 943 INR
- 03:30 07:50 4h 20m 1260 INR
- 04:14 08:14 4h 880 INR
- 04:59 08:59 4h 1006 INR
- 05:30 09:25 3h 55m 1260 INR
Bus Timetable: Madurai → Tirunelveli
- 00:10 02:30 2h 20m 2644 INR
- 00:25 03:30 3h 5m 1373 INR
- 00:45 03:15 2h 30m 1447 INR
- 00:55 03:40 2h 45m 1354 INR
- 01:00 03:40 2h 40m 1384 INR
- 01:15 03:35 2h 20m 2014 INR
- 01:30 04:30 3h 1805 INR
- 01:40 04:35 2h 55m 691 INR
- 01:45 04:50 3h 5m 1258 INR
- 01:50 05:05 3h 15m 882 INR
- 01:55 04:30 2h 35m 5038 INR
- 02:00 05:15 3h 15m 1448 INR
- 02:05 04:50 2h 45m 1512 INR
- 02:10 04:40 2h 30m 1260 INR
- 02:15 05:35 3h 20m 1679 INR
- 02:20 05:20 3h 5038 INR
- 02:25 05:50 3h 25m 1052 INR
- 02:30 05:00 2h 30m 1008 INR
- 02:35 06:05 3h 30m 1908 INR
- 02:40 04:50 2h 10m 628 INR
- 02:45 06:30 3h 45m 1740 INR
- 02:50 05:00 2h 10m 2644 INR
- 02:55 05:20 2h 25m 756 INR
- 03:00 05:30 2h 30m 5038 INR
- 03:05 05:20 2h 15m 1194 INR
- 03:10 05:45 2h 35m 1354 INR
- 03:15 05:35 2h 20m 1575 INR
- 03:20 06:05 2h 45m 1008 INR
- 03:30 06:00 2h 30m 2014 INR
- 03:35 06:00 2h 25m 5038 INR
- 03:40 06:00 2h 20m 2116 INR
- 03:45 05:25 1h 40m 2329 INR
- 03:55 06:45 2h 50m 1321 INR
- 04:00 06:15 2h 15m 1819 INR
- 04:15 06:30 2h 15m 2140 INR
- 04:16 06:00 1h 44m 3058 INR
- 04:25 07:00 2h 35m 5038 INR
- 04:30 07:15 2h 45m 1512 INR
- 04:35 06:50 2h 15m 5038 INR
- 04:45 07:15 2h 30m 2518 INR
- 04:55 08:45 3h 50m 2397 INR
- 05:00 08:20 3h 20m 1827 INR
- 05:15 04:30 23h 15m 1764 INR
- 05:25 08:25 3h 2707 INR
- 05:30 08:15 2h 45m 1260 INR
- 05:35 08:30 2h 55m 2520 INR
- 05:45 09:05 3h 20m 3906 INR
- 06:00 07:50 1h 50m 2772 INR
- 06:05 08:50 2h 45m 2343 INR
- 06:15 08:45 2h 30m 3022 INR
- 06:20 09:20 3h 5038 INR
- 06:25 08:35 2h 10m 2182 INR
- 06:45 09:00 2h 15m 817 INR
- 07:30 10:10 2h 40m 1247 INR
- 16:30 19:30 3h 2102 INR
- 17:35 21:30 3h 55m 850 INR
- 18:00 20:45 2h 45m 1921 INR
- 22:25 01:15 2h 50m 3400 INR
- 23:25 02:30 3h 5m 1258 INR
- 23:35 02:30 2h 55m 3893 INR
- 23:55 02:45 2h 50m 2205 INR
- 23:59 02:30 2h 31m 3021 INR
Bus Timetable: Madurai → VM Chatram, Tamil Nadu
- 03:20 06:25 3h 5m 1008 INR
- 04:45 07:30 2h 45m 2518 INR
Charter Routes & Schedules from Madurai to Tirunelveli
Start your journey at Madurai Hotel Transfer with a private transfer to Tirunelveli, departing at the time you prefer. The ride usually takes about 2h 38m, offering a flexible and personalized travel experience tailored to your schedule. Fares begin at 11,794 INR, and you’ll arrive at Tirunelveli efficiently, without the constraints of fixed schedules or multiple stops.
Cheapest & Fastest Charter Madurai to Tirunelveli
11794 INR, from Madurai Hotel Transfer to Tirunelveli, departure at --:--, duration 2h 38mCharter Timetable: Madurai Hotel Transfer → Tirunelveli
- --:-- --:-- 2h 38m 11794 INR
Frequently Asked Questions Madurai to Tirunelveli
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madurai to Tirunelveli.
How long does the Madurai to Tirunelveli route usually take?
Travel time on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route depends on the transport type and service chosen. Trains usually take about 1 hour 58 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes, while buses can take about 1 hour 40 minutes to 23 hours 15 minutes because of different stopping patterns and service types.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Madurai to Tirunelveli?
The cheapest available option on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route is the train, with fares starting at INR 434. Bus fares start at INR 567, so trains are the lowest-cost common option in the provided data.
Which transport is the fastest on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route?
The fastest listed option on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route is the bus, with the shortest trip taking about 1 hour 40 minutes. Trains are also relatively quick, but their shortest duration is about 1 hour 58 minutes.
Where do buses and trains depart and arrive on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route?
Buses on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route depart from Madurai and arrive at Tirunelveli, with some services also serving places such as Melapalayam and Reddiarpatti. Trains depart from Madurai Junction and arrive at Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu.
How much should I budget for the Madurai to Tirunelveli route?
For the Madurai to Tirunelveli route, bus fares range from INR 567 to INR 5,038. Train fares range from INR 434 to INR 1,985. The exact price depends on the service type and the specific trip selected.
How often do buses run on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route, and what are the first and last departures?
The bus schedule on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route is frequent, with 78 trips listed. The first departure is at 00:10 and the last departure is at 23:59, so buses are available throughout the day.
What are the train timings for the Madurai to Tirunelveli route?
Trains on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route have 12 trips listed. The first departure is at 00:30 and the last departure is at 23:15. This gives travelers several options across the day.
Why does travel time vary so much on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route?
Travel time varies on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route because different services make different numbers of stops and follow different operating patterns. Bus trips can be much shorter or much longer than train trips, while train durations stay within a narrower range.
Are there different bus destinations on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route?
Yes, bus services on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route do not all end at the same point. Listed arrivals include Tirunelveli, Thattarmadam, VM Chatram, Naduvakurichi, Melapalayam, and Reddiarpatti in Tamil Nadu.
How long does the train take from Madurai Junction to Tirunelveli on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route?
The train journey from Madurai Junction to Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route takes about 1 hour 58 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes. The variation reflects different train services and stopping patterns.
Is there a charter option on the Madurai to Tirunelveli route, and what does it look like?
A charter service is listed for the Madurai to Tirunelveli route. It runs from Madurai Hotel Transfer to Tirunelveli and takes about 2 hours 38 minutes. The listed fare is INR 11,794, and no timetable is provided.
If I want to book the Madurai to Tirunelveli route, where should I look?
For booking the Madurai to Tirunelveli route, use TicketRoutes.com. The route page is set up for checking available trips and comparing the listed bus and train options in one place.
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