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Madurai, one of Tamil Nadu’s oldest and most famous cities, is well-connected by air, rail, and road, making it easy to reach from major cities in India and abroad.

 

 By Air – Madurai International Airport (IXM)

✅ Best Option for International & Domestic Travelers

  • Madurai International Airport (IXM) is one of the busiest airports in Tamil Nadu.
  • Flights Available: Domestic & International (Dubai, Singapore, Colombo).
  • Airlines Operating: Air India, IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines, SpiceJet, AirAsia.

 Major Domestic Flights to Madurai

From

Airlines

Flight Duration

Chennai

IndiGo, Air India

1 hr

Bangalore

IndiGo, AirAsia

1 hr

Delhi

Air India, IndiGo

3 hrs

Mumbai

Air India, IndiGo

2 hrs

Hyderabad

SpiceJet, IndiGo

1.5 hrs

 International Flights to Madurai

From

Airlines

Flight Duration

Dubai

Air India Express

4 hrs

Singapore

Scoot Airlines

4.5 hrs

Colombo

SriLankan Airlines

1.5 hrs

 Airport to City

  • Distance from City Center: 12 km
  • Transport Options: Prepaid taxis, Ola/Uber, auto-rickshaws, city buses.

 

 By Train – Madurai Junction (MDU)

✅ Best Option for Budget & Comfortable Travel

Madurai has one of the busiest railway stations in Tamil Nadu, well-connected to major Indian cities.

 Major Trains to Madurai

From

Train Name

Duration

Chennai

Pandian Express, Vaigai Express

7-8 hrs

Bangalore

Kanyakumari Express, Tuticorin Express

9-10 hrs

Mumbai

Mumbai Nagercoil Express, Chennai Express

30 hrs

Delhi

Tamil Nadu Express, Thirukkural Express

40 hrs

Kochi

Guruvayur Express, Madurai Express

7-8 hrs

 Other Important Railway Stations:

  • Koodal Nagar Railway Station (MDKN)
  • Madurai East Railway Station (MES)

 Transport from Railway Station

  • Auto-rickshaws & cabs available outside the station.
  • City Buses run frequently to major locations.

 

 By Road – Well-Connected Highways

✅ Best Option for Road Trips & Nearby Travel

Madurai has a well-developed road network, with National Highways (NH) connecting it to various cities.

 Key Highways Leading to Madurai

  • NH-44 – Connects Madurai to Chennai & Bangalore
  • NH-38 – Connects Madurai to Trichy & Thanjavur
  • NH-85 – Connects Madurai to Kochi (Kerala)

 Distance & Travel Time by Road

From

Distance

Approx Travel Time

Chennai

460 km

8-9 hrs

Bangalore

430 km

7-8 hrs

Kochi

260 km

5-6 hrs

Coimbatore

215 km

4-5 hrs

Trichy

135 km

3 hrs

 Road Transport Options

  • State Transport Buses: Tamil Nadu State Transport (TNSTC), Kerala RTC, KSRTC
  • Private Luxury Buses: Parveen Travels, VRL, KPN, SRS Travels
  • Car Rentals & Taxis: Ola, Uber, Zoomcar, private cabs

 

 By Sea (For International Travelers)

✅ Best Option for Travelers from Sri Lanka

  • Nearest Seaport: Tuticorin Port (Thoothukudi) – 140 km from Madurai.
  • Ferry Services: Plans for ferry services between India & Sri Lanka are under development.
  • Alternative Route: Colombo to Chennai by ship, then Chennai to Madurai by flight or train.

 

 Summary – Best Ways to Reach Madurai

Mode

Best For

Major Hubs & Routes

 By Air

Fastest way for domestic & international travelers

Madurai International Airport (IXM)

 By Train

Budget-friendly & Comfortable

Madurai Junction (MDU)

 By Road

Scenic & Convenient for nearby travel

NH-44, NH-85, NH-38

 By Sea

For International Arrivals via Kerala

Tuticorin Port (via road to Madurai)

 

 Why Travel to Madurai?

✅ Well-connected city with multiple travel options
✅ Smooth roads & scenic train routes
✅ Madurai Airport serves international and domestic flights
✅ Easy access from Chennai, Bangalore, Kerala, and major Indian metros