How to travel from Madurai to Amritsar, India

The distance between Madurai and Amritsar is around 2,521km (1,566 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5hrs.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Madurai to Amritsar 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 AmritsarMadurai if you're planning a return trip.

🚀 Fastest
1
plane
+

Fly

Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Amritsar (ATQ).

  • Duration5hrs
  • Flight time4h 40m
  • Typical cost
    ₹14,805($185)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

+ 2 others

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

2
4 x bus
+

Bus

Take the bus to Bangalore, Ahmedabad Opp. Gokulesh Petrol Pump Narol Circle then Rajeev Chowk and then to Amritsar Northern Travels.

  • Duration2 days 7h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹6,525($82)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

💰 Cheapest
3
train
+
train
+

Train

Take the train to Phagwara Jn and then to Amritsar Jn.

  • Duration2 days 8h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,590($20)
Operated by

Indian Railways

4
car
+

Drive

Drive to Amritsar.

  • Duration1 day 16h
  • Distance2,985km (1,855 miles)
Get turn-by-turn directions

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Madurai and Amritsar

There are several options for getting from Madurai to Amritsar by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,590 ($20) and will take around 2 days 8h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹14,805 ($185).

The distance between Madurai and Amritsar is around 2,521km (1,566 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,437km (1,514 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Madurai and Amritsar by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 16h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Madurai to Amritsar is to fly which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx ₹14,805 ($185).

The cheapest way to travel between Madurai and Amritsar, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,590 ($20) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Madurai and Amritsar. It typically takes around 2 days 8h and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Madurai to Amritsar. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Phagwara Jn. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 8h.

Indian Railways run train services between Madurai and Amritsar. Trains depart once a week and will take around 2 days 8h, 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 Madurai and Amritsar. It typically takes around 2 days 7h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Madurai to Amritsar. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Bangalore, Bangalore Anand Rao Circle, Ahmedabad Opp. Gokulesh Petrol Pump Narol Circle, Jay Travels Paldi, Rajeev Chowk and Gurugram Bus Stand. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 2 days 7h.

Kallada Tours and Travels, Vijayanand Travels, Ashok Travels Mandsaur Group and Northern Bus run regular bus services between Madurai and Amritsar. Buses run once daily and take around 2 days 7h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Madurai and Amritsar. Flights depart from Madurai (IXM) and arrive at Amritsar (ATQ) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 4h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Madurai to Amritsar. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 5hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Madurai to Amritsar typically takes around 4h 40m. Flights depart from Madurai (IXM) and and arrive into Amritsar (ATQ).

The closest major airport to Amritsar is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ) (ATQ) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Amritsar. Satwari Airport (IXJ) (IXJ) and Gaggal Airport (DHM) (DHM) 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 Madurai and Amritsar. The distance is around 2,985km (1,855 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 16h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Madurai to Amritsar is to fly which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around ₹14,805 ($185).

How do I get from Madurai to Amritsar

Compare travel optionsbetween Madurai and Amritsar

Transport options from Madurai to Amritsar
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
5hrs
₹14,805($185)
on demand2,521km (1,566 miles)
Train and Plane6h 45m
₹11,860($150)
hourly2,545km (1,582 miles)
Bus
2 days 7h
₹6,525($82)
once daily3,376km (2,097 miles)
Train
2 days 8h
₹1,590($20)
once a week3,267km (2,030 miles)
Drive
1 day 16h
₹28,015($350)
on demand2,985km (1,855 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Madurai and Amritsar

Bus companies

Airlines

Train operators

Airports near Amritsar

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

ATQ
Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ)
International Airport
Distance
10km (6 miles) from Amritsar
IXJ
Satwari Airport (IXJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
116km (72 miles) from Amritsar
DHM
Gaggal Airport (DHM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
144km (89 miles) from Amritsar