How to travel from Kolkata to Madurai, India

The distance between Kolkata and Madurai is around 1,829km (1,137 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 15m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Kolkata 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 Kolkata (CCU) to Madurai (IXM).

  • Duration4h 15m
  • Flight time3h 25m
  • Typical cost
    ₹11,540($145)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Madurai Jn.

  • Duration1 day 12h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹955($12)
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
    ₹2,545($32)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Madurai.

  • Duration1 day 5h
  • Distance2,083km (1,294 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kolkata and Madurai

There are several options for getting from Kolkata to Madurai by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹955 ($12) and will take around 1 day 12h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹11,540 ($145).

The distance between Kolkata and Madurai is around 1,829km (1,137 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,777km (1,104 miles)

It takes around 4h 15m to get from Kolkata and Madurai by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 5h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kolkata to Madurai is to fly which takes around 4h 15m and will set you back approx ₹11,540 ($145).

The cheapest way to travel between Kolkata and Madurai, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹955 ($12) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kolkata and Madurai. It typically takes around 1 day 12h and departs once a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kolkata and Madurai with no changeovers required. The train runs once a week and takes 1 day 12h.

Indian Railways run train services between Kolkata and Madurai. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 12h, 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 Kolkata and Madurai. We recommend that you fly from Kolkata (CCU) to Madurai (IXM). instead which will take 4h 15m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kolkata and Madurai. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) and arrive at Madurai (IXM) - via Madras (MAA). The flight takes around 3h 25m.

There is no direct flight from Kolkata to Madurai. There is however a flight that goes via Madras (MAA). This services will take at least 4h 15m (not including layover time).

The flight from Kolkata to Madurai typically takes around 3h 25m. Flights depart from Kolkata (CCU) 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 Kolkata and Madurai. The distance is around 2,083km (1,294 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 5h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kolkata to Madurai is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 15m and will usually cost around ₹11,540 ($145).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Kolkata and Madurai

Transport options from Kolkata to Madurai
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 15m
₹11,540($145)
every 10 mins1,829km (1,137 miles)
Plane and Train5h 55m
₹11,780($150)
every 2 hours1,857km (1,154 miles)
Train
1 day 12h
₹955($12)
once a week2,157km (1,340 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 10h
₹2,545($32)
once daily2,328km (1,447 miles)
Drive
1 day 5h
₹19,580($245)
on demand2,083km (1,294 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