How to travel from Madurai to Mangalore, India

The distance between Madurai and Mangalore is around 584km (363 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Madurai to Mangalore 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 Madurai (IXM) to Mangalore (IXE).

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Flight time2h 15m
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,390($120)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Mangalore Jn.

  • Duration12h 10m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹715($9)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus

Take the bus to Bangalore and then to Mangalaru.

  • Duration14h 15m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₹2,070($26)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Mangalore.

  • Duration8h 50m
  • Distance584km (363 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Madurai and Mangalore

There are several options for getting from Madurai to Mangalore by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹715 ($9) and will take around 12h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,390 ($120).

The distance between Madurai and Mangalore is around 584km (363 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 484km (301 miles)

It takes around 2h 30m to get from Madurai and Mangalore by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 8h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Madurai to Mangalore is to fly which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx ₹9,390 ($120).

The cheapest way to travel between Madurai and Mangalore, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹715 ($9) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Madurai and Mangalore. It typically takes around 12h 10m and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Madurai to Mangalore. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Mangalore Jn. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 12h 10m.

Indian Railways run train services between Madurai and Mangalore. Trains depart once a week and will take around 12h 10m, 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 Mangalore. It typically takes around 14h 15m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Madurai to Mangalore. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Bangalore and Mangalaru. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 14h 15m.

Kallada Tours and Travels and KSRTC run regular bus services between Madurai and Mangalore. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 14h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Madurai and Mangalore. Flights depart from Madurai (IXM) and arrive at Mangalore (IXE) - via Bengaluru (BLR). The flight takes around 2h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Madurai to Mangalore. There is however a flight that goes via Bengaluru (BLR). This services will take at least 2h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Madurai to Mangalore typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Madurai (IXM) and and arrive into Mangalore (IXE).

The closest major airport to Mangalore is Mangalore Airport (IXE) (IXE) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Mangalore. Kannur International Airport (CNN) (CNN) and Mysore Airport (MYQ) (MYQ) 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 Mangalore. The distance is around 584km (363 miles) by road and it will take around 8h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Madurai to Mangalore is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around ₹9,390 ($120).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Madurai and Mangalore

Transport options from Madurai to Mangalore
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
2h 30m
₹9,390($120)
on demand702km (436 miles)
Train and Plane5hrs
₹10,425($130)
hourly1,034km (643 miles)
Train
12h 10m
₹715($9)
once a week717km (445 miles)
Bus
14h 15m
₹2,070($26)
every 20 mins804km (500 miles)
Drive
8h 50m
₹5,490($69)
on demand584km (363 miles)

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Airports near Mangalore

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

IXE
Mangalore Airport (IXE)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Mangalore
CNN
Kannur International Airport (CNN)
International Airport
Distance
131km (81 miles) from Mangalore
MYQ
Mysore Airport (MYQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
209km (130 miles) from Mangalore