What is the cheapest way to get from Madurai to Anchal?

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Anchal is to train which costs ₹800 - ₹2,200 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madurai to Anchal?

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Anchal is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs ₹2,500 - ₹3,700.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Anchal?

No, there is no direct bus from Madurai to Anchal. However, there are services departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Punalur via Rajapalayam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Anchal?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Anchal. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Tenmalai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Madurai to Anchal?

The distance between Madurai and Anchal is 231 km. The road distance is 224.7 km.

How do I travel from Madurai to Anchal without a car?

The best way to get from Madurai to Anchal without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs ₹800 - ₹2,200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Madurai to Anchal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Anchal bus from?

Madurai to Anchal bus services, operated by National Travels, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Anchal train from?

Madurai to Anchal train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Madurai Jn station.

Train or bus from Madurai to Anchal?

The best way to get from Madurai to Anchal is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs ₹800 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Madurai to Anchal bus arrive?

Madurai to Anchal bus services, operated by National Travels, arrive at Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Anchal train arrive?

Madurai to Anchal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tenmalai station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Anchal?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Anchal is 225 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Madurai to Anchal.

Where can I stay near Anchal?

There are 21+ hotels available in Anchal.

Madurai to Anchal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Madurai to Anchal by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tenmalaitrain 16101 / ...
5h 4m
₹831–2,177
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Rajapalayam to Punalurbus
7h 44m
Drive 224.7 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Anchalcar 224.7 km
3h 33m
₹2,536–3,663
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Anchaltaxi 224.7 km
3h 33m
₹3,700–4,500

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Distance: 231.3 km
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Madurai, India and Anchal, Kerala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Tenmalai twice daily. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Anchal via Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu, Rajapalayam, and Punalur in around 7h 44m.

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