How to travel from Madurai to Jabalpur, India

The distance between Madurai and Jabalpur is around 1,532km (952 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 40m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Madurai to Jabalpur 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 JabalpurMadurai if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

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

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Flight time4h 10m
  • Typical cost
    ₹13,370($170)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Itarsi Jn and then to Jabalpur.

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

Indian Railways

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Hyderabad Mehdipatnam then take the train to Jabalpur.

  • Duration1 day 10h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹4,060($51)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Jabalpur.

  • Duration24hrs
  • Distance1,766km (1,098 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Madurai and Jabalpur

There are several options for getting from Madurai to Jabalpur 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 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹13,370 ($170).

The distance between Madurai and Jabalpur is around 1,532km (952 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,485km (922 miles)

It takes around 4h 40m to get from Madurai and Jabalpur by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 24hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Madurai to Jabalpur is to fly which takes around 4h 40m and will set you back approx ₹13,370 ($170).

The cheapest way to travel between Madurai and Jabalpur, 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 Madurai and Jabalpur. It typically takes around 1 day 8h and departs 4 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Madurai to Jabalpur. 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 Madurai and Jabalpur. 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 Madurai and Jabalpur. We recommend that you fly from Madurai (IXM) to Jabalpur (JLR). instead which will take 4h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Madurai and Jabalpur. Flights depart from Madurai (IXM) and arrive at Jabalpur (JLR) - via Hyderabad (HYD). The flight takes around 4h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Madurai to Jabalpur. There is however a flight that goes via Hyderabad (HYD). This services will take at least 4h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Madurai to Jabalpur typically takes around 4h 10m. Flights depart from Madurai (IXM) and and arrive into Jabalpur (JLR).

The closest major airport to Jabalpur is Jabalpur Airport (JLR) (JLR) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Jabalpur. Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG) (NAG) and Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO) (BHO) 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 Jabalpur. The distance is around 1,766km (1,098 miles) by road and it will take around 24hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Madurai to Jabalpur is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around ₹13,370 ($170).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Madurai and Jabalpur

Transport options from Madurai to Jabalpur
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 40m
₹13,370($170)
on demand1,532km (952 miles)
Train
1 day 8h
₹1,035($13)
4 times a week2,127km (1,322 miles)
Bus and Train
1 day 10h
₹4,060($51)
once daily2,151km (1,337 miles)
Drive
24hrs
₹16,635($210)
on demand1,766km (1,098 miles)

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Airports near Jabalpur

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

JLR
Jabalpur Airport (JLR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Jabalpur
NAG
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG)
International Airport
Distance
248km (154 miles) from Jabalpur
BHO
Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
268km (166 miles) from Jabalpur