There are 5 ways to get from Madurai to Tenkasi by bus, train, night train, taxi or car
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Bus
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Take the bus from Madurai to Thenkasi
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Train
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Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tenkasi Jn
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Night train
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Take the night train from Madurai Jn to Tenkasi Jn
Taxi
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Take a taxi from Madurai to Tenkasi
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Drive from Madurai to Tenkasi
Madurai to Tenkasi by train
The train journey time between Madurai and Tenkasi is around 2h 43m and covers a distance of around 166 km. Operated by Indian Railways, the Madurai to Tenkasi train service departs from Madurai Jn and arrives in Tenkasi Jn. Typically 14 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Tenkasi is to bus which costs ₹220 - ₹750 and takes 2h 22m.
The fastest way to get from Madurai to Tenkasi is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs ₹220 - ₹750.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madurai and arriving at Thenkasi. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Tenkasi Jn. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 43m.
The distance between Madurai and Tenkasi is 138 km. The road distance is 161.4 km.
The best way to get from Madurai to Tenkasi without a car is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs ₹220 - ₹750.
The bus from Madurai to Thenkasi takes 2h 22m including transfers and departs three times a day.
Madurai to Tenkasi bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Madurai station.
Madurai to Tenkasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Madurai Jn station.
The best way to get from Madurai to Tenkasi is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs ₹220 - ₹750. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹140 - ₹800 and takes 2h 43m.
- Distance: 138.4 km
- Duration: 2h 22m
What companies run services between Madurai, India and Tenkasi, India?
Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Madurai to Thenkasi once daily. Tickets cost ₹550 - ₹750 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Tenkasi Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹140 - ₹800 and the journey takes 2h 43m.
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 Tenkasi Jn
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 43m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- ₹140 - ₹800
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹140 - ₹180
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹460 - ₹600
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹600 - ₹800
- Phone
- 8893555000
- info@kalladatravels.com
- Website
- kalladatravels.com
Bus from Madurai to Thenkasi
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 22m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹550 - ₹750
- Schedules at
- kalladatravels.com
- Phone
- 044 4900 7555/ 1800 102 0999
- customercare@parveentravels.com
- Website
- parveentravels.com
Bus from Madurai to Tenkasi
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 54m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Schedules at
- parveentravels.com
- Phone
- 9447071021
- Website
- keralartc.com
Bus from Madurai to Thenkasi
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 11m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹220 - ₹310
- Schedules at
- online.keralartc.com
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 36m
- Estimated price
- ₹3,700 - ₹4,500
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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More Questions & Answers
Madurai to Tenkasi bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Thenkasi station.
Madurai to Tenkasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tenkasi Jn station.
Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Tenkasi is 161 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Madurai to Tenkasi.
There are two+ hotels available in Tenkasi. Prices start at ₹7,500 per night.