The average train between Madurai and Padi takes 8h 26m and the fastest train takes 6h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Madurai to Padi. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Madurai and Padi. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Madurai is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Padi at 7:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Chennai Egmore and take an average of 8h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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9h 30m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Madurai to Padi? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Padi. However, there are services departing from Madurai station and arriving at Padi station via Chennai Egmore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.
Madurai to Padi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Madurai Jn station.
Madurai to Padi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Egmore station.
The distance between Madurai and Padi is 420 km. The road distance is 503 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Chennai Egmore every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₹280–2,200 and the journey takes 7h 30m.