How to travel from Jabalpur to Madurai, India

The distance between Jabalpur and Madurai is around 1,580km (982 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Jabalpur 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.

👋 Also check out MaduraiJabalpur if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Jabalpur (JLR) to Madurai (IXM).

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Flight time4hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹11,780($150)
Operated by

Spicejet

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Train

Take the train to Itarsi Jn and then to Madurai Jn.

  • Duration1 day 8h
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,035($13)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Vijayawada Jn then take the bus to Madurai.

  • Duration1 day 10h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹2,465($31)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Madurai.

  • Duration23h 55m
  • Distance1,739km (1,081 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Jabalpur and Madurai

There are several options for getting from Jabalpur to Madurai by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,035 ($13) and will take around 1 day 8h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹11,780 ($150).

The distance between Jabalpur and Madurai is around 1,580km (982 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,485km (922 miles)

It takes around 4h 30m to get from Jabalpur and Madurai by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 23h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Jabalpur to Madurai is to fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx ₹11,780 ($150).

The cheapest way to travel between Jabalpur and Madurai, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,035 ($13) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Jabalpur and Madurai. It typically takes around 1 day 8h and departs 4 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Jabalpur to Madurai. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Itarsi Jn. These services run 4 times a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 8h.

Indian Railways run train services between Jabalpur and Madurai. Trains depart 4 times a week and will take around 1 day 8h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Jabalpur and Madurai. We recommend that you fly from Jabalpur (JLR) to Madurai (IXM). instead which will take 4h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Jabalpur and Madurai. Flights depart from Jabalpur (JLR) and arrive at Madurai (IXM) - via Mumbai (BOM). The flight takes around 4hrs.

There is no direct flight from Jabalpur to Madurai. There is however a flight that goes via Mumbai (BOM). This services will take at least 4h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Jabalpur to Madurai typically takes around 4hrs. Flights depart from Jabalpur (JLR) 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 Jabalpur and Madurai. The distance is around 1,739km (1,081 miles) by road and it will take around 23h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Jabalpur to Madurai is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 30m and will usually cost around ₹11,780 ($150).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Jabalpur and Madurai

Transport options from Jabalpur to Madurai
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 30m
₹11,780($150)
on demand2,073km (1,288 miles)
Plane and Train5h 60m
₹11,220($140)
every 2 hours1,580km (982 miles)
Train
1 day 8h
₹1,035($13)
4 times a week2,127km (1,322 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 10h
₹2,465($31)
once daily2,298km (1,428 miles)
Drive
23h 55m
₹16,395($205)
on demand1,739km (1,081 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