There are 5 ways to get from Tiruchchendur to Arimalam by bus, train, taxi or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Bus
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Take the bus from Tiruchendur to Madurai
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Take the bus from Madurai to Mellur
Cheapest option
Train
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Take the train from Tiruchendur to Virudunagar Jn
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Take the train from Virudunagar Jn to Pudukkottai
3 alternative options
Train via Kovilpatti
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Take the train from Tiruchendur to Kovilpatti
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Take the train from Kovilpatti to Pudukkottai
Taxi
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Take a taxi from Tiruchchendur to Arimalam
Drive
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Drive from Tiruchchendur to Arimalam
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Tiruchchendur to Arimalam is to train which costs ₹750 - ₹2,300 and takes 7h 30m.
The quickest way to get from Tiruchchendur to Arimalam is to taxi which costs ₹3,500 - ₹4,200 and takes 3h 53m.
The distance between Tiruchchendur and Arimalam is 213 km. The road distance is 252.9 km.
The best way to get from Tiruchchendur to Arimalam without a car is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs .
It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Tiruchchendur to Arimalam, including transfers.
The best way to get from Tiruchchendur to Arimalam is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹750 - ₹2,300 and takes 7h 30m.
Yes, the driving distance between Tiruchchendur to Arimalam is 253 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Tiruchchendur to Arimalam.
There are five+ hotels available in Arimalam. Prices start at ₹7,500 per night.

- Distance: 212.7 km
- Duration: 5h 20m
What companies run services between Tiruchchendur, India and Arimalam, India?
You can take a bus from Tiruchchendur to Arimalam via Madurai and Mellur in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tiruchchendur to Arimalam via Virudunagar Jn and Pudukkottai in around 7h 30m.

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 Tiruchendur to Virudunagar Jn
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 13m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- ₹140 - ₹800
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹140 - ₹190
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹460 - ₹600
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹650 - ₹800
Train from Virudunagar Jn to Pudukkottai
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 58m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- ₹140 - ₹800
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹140 - ₹180
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹450 - ₹600
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹600 - ₹800
Train from Tiruchendur to Kovilpatti
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 28m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- ₹120 - ₹750
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹120 - ₹170
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹420 - ₹550
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹550 - ₹750
Train from Kovilpatti to Pudukkottai
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 8m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- ₹160 - ₹900
- Website
- irctc.co.in
- Book at
- 12go.asia
- Sleeper Class
- ₹160 - ₹210
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹500 - ₹650
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹700 - ₹900

- Phone
- 8893555000
- info@kalladatravels.com
- Website
- kalladatravels.com
Bus from Tiruchendur to Madurai
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 31m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ₹550 - ₹800
- Schedules at
- kalladatravels.com

- Phone
- 044 4900 7555/ 1800 102 0999
- customercare@parveentravels.com
- Website
- parveentravels.com
Bus from Madurai to Mellur
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 29m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Schedules at
- parveentravels.com
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 53m
- Estimated price
- ₹3,500 - ₹4,200
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