How to travel from Varanasi to Madurai, India

The distance between Varanasi and Madurai is around 1,875km (1,165 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Varanasi 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 Varanasi (VNS) to Madurai (IXM).

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Flight time3h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ₹16,790($210)
Operated by

IndiGo Airlines

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Train

Take the train to Tiruchchirapali and then to Madurai Jn.

  • Duration1 day 22h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹1,275($16)
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 19h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹2,705($34)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Madurai.

  • Duration1 day 6h
  • Distance2,181km (1,355 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Varanasi and Madurai

There are several options for getting from Varanasi to Madurai by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹1,275 ($16) and will take around 1 day 22h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹16,790 ($210).

The distance between Varanasi and Madurai is around 1,875km (1,165 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,790km (1,112 miles)

It takes around 4h 30m to get from Varanasi and Madurai by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 6h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Varanasi to Madurai is to fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx ₹16,790 ($210).

The cheapest way to travel between Varanasi and Madurai, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,275 ($16) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Varanasi and Madurai. It typically takes around 1 day 22h and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Varanasi to Madurai. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Tiruchchirapali. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 22h.

Indian Railways run train services between Varanasi and Madurai. Trains depart once a week and will take around 1 day 22h, 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 Varanasi and Madurai. We recommend that you fly from Varanasi (VNS) to Madurai (IXM). instead which will take 4h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Varanasi and Madurai. Flights depart from Varanasi (VNS) and arrive at Madurai (IXM) - via Bengaluru (BLR). The flight takes around 3h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Varanasi to Madurai. There is however a flight that goes via Bengaluru (BLR). This services will take at least 4h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Varanasi to Madurai typically takes around 3h 55m. Flights depart from Varanasi (VNS) 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 Varanasi and Madurai. The distance is around 2,181km (1,355 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 6h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Varanasi to Madurai is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 30m and will usually cost around ₹16,790 ($210).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Varanasi and Madurai

Transport options from Varanasi to Madurai
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 30m
₹16,790($210)
on demand1,875km (1,165 miles)
Plane and Train6hrs
₹13,050($165)
every 2 hours1,927km (1,198 miles)
Train
1 day 22h
₹1,275($16)
once a week2,679km (1,665 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 19h
₹2,705($34)
3 times a week2,800km (1,740 miles)
Drive
1 day 6h
₹20,535($260)
on demand2,181km (1,355 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