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There are 4 ways to get from Mayiladuthurai to Poompuhar by train, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Mayiladuturai J to Tambaram22676 / ...
5h 27m
₹421–3,279
Drive 263.1 km
1. Drive from Mayiladuthurai to Poompuhar263.1 km
4h 1m
₹2,800–4,044
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mayiladuthurai to Poompuhar263.1 km
4h 1m
₹5,500–7,000
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Mayiladuturai J to Tiruchchirapali
2. Fly from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)TRZ - MAA
5h 22m
₹4,521–11,834

Mayiladuthurai to Poompuhar by train

55Weekly Trains

5h 27mAverage Duration

₹421Cheapest Price

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Distance: 292.3 km
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Mayiladuthurai, India and Poompuhar, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Mayiladuturai J to Tambaram every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹200–1,600 and the journey takes 4h 12m.

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