How to travel from Chandigarh to Madurai, India

The distance between Chandigarh and Madurai is around 2,343km (1,456 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 35m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Chandigarh to Madurai by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Chandigarh (IXC) to Madurai (IXM).

  • Duration4h 35m
  • Flight time4hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹16,315($205)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Madurai Jn.

  • Duration2 days 5h
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,355($17)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus

Take the bus to Jaipur, Baroda then Bangalore Anand Rao Circle and then to Madurai Periyar Bus Stand.

  • Duration2 days 13h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹5,890($74)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Madurai.

  • Duration1 day 13h
  • Distance2,753km (1,710 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chandigarh and Madurai

There are several options for getting from Chandigarh to Madurai by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,355 ($17) and will take around 2 days 5h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹16,315 ($205).

The distance between Chandigarh and Madurai is around 2,343km (1,456 miles).

It takes around 4h 35m to get from Chandigarh and Madurai by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 13h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Chandigarh to Madurai is to fly which takes around 4h 35m and will set you back approx ₹16,315 ($205).

The cheapest way to travel between Chandigarh and Madurai, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,355 ($17) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Chandigarh and Madurai. It typically takes around 2 days 5h and departs twice a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Chandigarh and Madurai with no changeovers required. The train runs twice a week and takes 2 days 5h.

Indian Railways run train services between Chandigarh and Madurai. Trains depart twice a week and will take around 2 days 5h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Chandigarh and Madurai. It typically takes around 2 days 13h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Chandigarh to Madurai. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Jaipur, Baroda, Vadodara, Bangalore Anand Rao Circle and Bangalore. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 2 days 13h.

RSRTC, Vijayanand Travels and Kallada Tours and Travels run regular bus services between Chandigarh and Madurai. Buses run once daily and take around 2 days 13h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Chandigarh and Madurai. Flights depart from Chandigarh (IXC) and arrive at Madurai (IXM) - via Hyderabad (HYD). The flight takes around 4hrs.

There is no direct flight from Chandigarh to Madurai. There is however a flight that goes via Hyderabad (HYD). This services will take at least 4h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Chandigarh to Madurai typically takes around 4hrs. Flights depart from Chandigarh (IXC) and and arrive into Madurai (IXM).

The closest major airport to Madurai is Madurai International Airport (IXM) (IXM) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Madurai. Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ) (TRZ) and Tuticorin Airport (TCR) (TCR) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Chandigarh and Madurai. The distance is around 2,753km (1,710 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 13h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chandigarh to Madurai is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 35m and will usually cost around ₹16,315 ($205).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Chandigarh and Madurai

Transport options from Chandigarh to Madurai
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
4h 35m
₹16,315($205)
every 20 mins2,343km (1,456 miles)
Plane and Train6h 40m
₹18,145($230)
every 2 hours2,458km (1,527 miles)
Train and Plane7hrs
₹9,310($115)
every 4 hours2,358km (1,465 miles)
Train to Virbhadra, Fly10h 10m
₹14,165($180)
once daily2,519km (1,565 miles)
Train
2 days 5h
₹1,355($17)
twice a week3,075km (1,911 miles)
Bus
2 days 13h
₹5,890($74)
once daily3,112km (1,934 miles)
Drive
1 day 13h
₹25,865($325)
on demand2,753km (1,710 miles)

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Airports near Madurai

The following major airports near Madurai offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

IXM
Madurai International Airport (IXM)
International Airport
Distance
10km (6 miles) from Madurai
TRZ
Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ)
International Airport
Distance
113km (70 miles) from Madurai
TCR
Tuticorin Airport (TCR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
135km (84 miles) from Madurai