How to travel from Madurai to Kolhapur, India

The distance between Madurai and Kolhapur is around 955km (593 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 20m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Madurai to Kolhapur by plane, bus, train 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 Madurai (IXM) to Kolhapur (KLH).

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Flight time4hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₹12,735($160)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Bus

Take the bus to Bangalore and then to Kolhapur.

  • Duration17h 55m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,750($22)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Belgaum then take the bus to Kolhapur Maharashtra.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹555($7)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Kolhāpur.

  • Duration14h 35m
  • Distance1,028km (639 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Madurai and Kolhapur

There are several options for getting from Madurai to Kolhapur by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around ₹555 ($7) and will take around 1 day 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹12,735 ($160).

The distance between Madurai and Kolhapur is around 955km (593 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 862km (536 miles)

It takes around 4h 20m to get from Madurai and Kolhapur by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 14h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Madurai to Kolhapur is to fly which takes around 4h 20m and will set you back approx ₹12,735 ($160).

The cheapest way to travel between Madurai and Kolhapur, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around ₹555 ($7) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Madurai and Kolhapur. We recommend that you fly from Madurai (IXM) to Kolhapur (KLH). instead which will take 4h 20m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Madurai and Kolhapur. It typically takes around 17h 55m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Madurai to Kolhapur. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Bangalore and Bangalore Anand Rao Circle. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 17h 55m.

Kallada Tours and Travels and Vijayanand Travels run regular bus services between Madurai and Kolhapur. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 17h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Madurai and Kolhapur. Flights depart from Madurai (IXM) and arrive at Kolhapur (KLH) - via Madras (MAA). The flight takes around 4hrs.

There is no direct flight from Madurai to Kolhapur. There is however a flight that goes via Madras (MAA) and Hyderabad (HYD). This services will take at least 4h 20m (not including layover time).

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

The closest major airport to Kolhapur is Kolhapur Airport (KLH) (KLH) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Kolhapur. Belgaum Airport (IXG) (IXG) and Pune Airport (PNQ) (PNQ) 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 Kolhapur. The distance is around 1,028km (639 miles) by road and it will take around 14h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Madurai to Kolhapur is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around ₹12,735 ($160).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Madurai and Kolhapur

Transport options from Madurai to Kolhapur
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
4h 20m
₹12,735($160)
on demand1,390km (864 miles)
Plane and Bus5hrs
₹10,105($125)
every 3 hours955km (593 miles)
Fly to Hubli (HBX), Bus6h 55m
₹11,540($145)
every 3 hours1,245km (773 miles)
Fly to Goa (GOI), Bus7h 30m
₹13,050($165)
every 20 mins1,119km (695 miles)
Bus
17h 55m
₹1,750($22)
every 20 mins1,042km (647 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 2h
₹555($7)
3 times a week1,166km (725 miles)
Drive
14h 35m
₹9,710($120)
on demand1,028km (639 miles)

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Airports near Kolhapur

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

KLH
Kolhapur Airport (KLH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Kolhapur
IXG
Belgaum Airport (IXG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
102km (63 miles) from Kolhapur
PNQ
Pune Airport (PNQ)
International Airport
Distance
212km (131 miles) from Kolhapur