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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Varanasi is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,000 and takes 46h.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Varanasi is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹34,000.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Varanasi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Varanasi Jn. Services depart once a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 46h.

How far is it from Madurai to Varanasi?

The distance between Madurai and Varanasi is 1843 km. The road distance is 2164.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Varanasi without a car is to train which takes 46h and costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Madurai to Varanasi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Varanasi train from?

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

Train or fly from Madurai to Varanasi?

The best way to get from Madurai to Varanasi is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹34,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,000 and takes 46h.

Where does the Madurai to Varanasi train arrive?

Madurai to Varanasi train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varanasi Jn station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Varanasi?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Varanasi is 2164 km. It takes approximately 31h 49m to drive from Madurai to Varanasi.

Where can I stay near Varanasi?

There are 1826+ hotels available in Varanasi.

Madurai to Varanasi - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Madurai to Varanasi by plane, train, or car

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Fly from Madurai
best
1. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane IXM - VNS
5h 7m
₹10,788–33,990
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Varanasi Jntrain 16367
46h
₹1,000–8,000
Drive 2,164.1 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Varanasicar 2,164.1 km
31h 49m
₹23,147–33,434
Train to Trichy International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Tiruchchirapalitrain
2. Fly from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Varanasi Airport (VNS)plane TRZ - VNS
9h 30m
₹8,514–25,329

Madurai to Varanasi by train

1Weekly Trains

46hAverage Duration

₹1,000Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,842.7 km
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Madurai, India and Varanasi, India?

IndiGo Airlines, Starlight Airline, and Air India Limited fly from Madurai (IXM) to Varanasi Airport (VNS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Varanasi Jn once a week. Tickets cost ₹1,000–8,000 and the journey takes 46h.

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