There are 5 ways to get from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Manapad by bus, train, taxi or car
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Manapad is to bus via Udankudi which costs ₹600 - ₹850 and takes 6h 22m.
The fastest way to get from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Manapad is to taxi. Taking this option will cost ₹2,600 - ₹3,200 and takes 2h 45m.
The distance between Madurai Airport (IXM) and Manapad is 163 km. The road distance is 184.2 km.
The best way to get from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Manapad without a car is to bus which takes 4h 32m and costs ₹800 - ₹1,200.
It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Manapad, including transfers.
The best way to get from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Manapad is to bus which takes 4h 32m and costs ₹800 - ₹1,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹650 - ₹1,600 and takes 6h 14m.
Yes, the driving distance between Madurai Airport (IXM) to Manapad is 184 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Manapad.
There are one+ hotels available in Manapad. Prices start at ₹7,500 per night.

- Distance: 162.7 km
- Duration: 4h 32m
What companies run services between Madurai Airport (IXM), India and Manapad, India?
Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Madurai to Udangudi Thomas Travels once daily. Tickets cost ₹550 - ₹800 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Kachchanvilai once daily. Tickets cost ₹150 - ₹850 and the journey takes 4h.

India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.
Contact Details
- Website
- indianrail.gov.in
Train from Madurai Jn to Kachchanvilai
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹150 - ₹850
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹150 - ₹200
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹490 - ₹650
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹650 - ₹850

- Phone
- 8893555000
- info@kalladatravels.com
- Website
- kalladatravels.com
Bus from Madurai to Udangudi Thomas Travels
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹550 - ₹800
- Schedules at
- kalladatravels.com

- Phone
- 9513508001
- commercial@tnstc.in
- Website
- tnstc.in
Bus from Mattuthavani to Udankudi
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 34m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹320 - ₹460
- Schedules at
- tnstc.in
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Estimated price
- ₹2,600 - ₹3,200
Maniraja Travels
- Phone
- +91 73 05 51 24 53
- Website
- maduraimanirajatravels.in
Madurai Friends Track Call Taxi
- Phone
- +91 99 94 66 77 77
- Website
- maduraifriendstrackcalltaxi.com
Fast Track Call Taxi
- Phone
- +91 45 22 88 89 99
- Website
- madurai.fasttrackcalltaxi.in
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