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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Madurai is to train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,000 and takes 46h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Madurai is to fly which takes 7h 16m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹34,000.

Is there a direct train between Varanasi and Madurai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Varanasi Jn and arriving at Madurai Jn. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 46h 50m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Madurai?

The distance between Varanasi and Madurai is 1841 km. The road distance is 2158.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Madurai without a car is to train which takes 46h 50m and costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Varanasi to Madurai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Madurai train from?

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

Train or fly from Varanasi to Madurai?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Madurai is to fly which takes 7h 16m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹34,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹8,000 and takes 46h 50m.

Where does the Varanasi to Madurai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varanasi to Madurai?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Madurai is 2159 km. It takes approximately 31h 44m to drive from Varanasi to Madurai.

Where can I stay near Madurai?

There are 190+ hotels available in Madurai.

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

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

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Fly to Madurai
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Madurai (IXM)plane VNS - IXM
7h 16m
₹10,784–33,927
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Madurai Jntrain 16368
46h 50m
₹1,000–8,000
Drive 2,158.7 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Maduraicar 2,158.7 km
31h 44m
₹23,166–33,461
Fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane VNS - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Madurai Jntrain
8h 23m
₹9,524–20,337

Varanasi to Madurai by train

1Weekly Trains

46h 50mAverage Duration

₹1,000Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,841.2 km
Duration: 7h 16m

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

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Madurai (IXM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Varanasi Jn to Madurai Jn once a week. Tickets cost ₹1,000–8,000 and the journey takes 46h 50m.

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