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What is the best way to travel from Chennai to Madurai?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Carpool and Flights for the journey to Madurai from Chennai. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 5 available companies to find your perfect trip!
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6h 50m
$4
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What is the cheapest way to reach Madurai from Chennai?

You can get to Madurai with just $4 by taking a Bus from Intrcity Smartbus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Thursday
from $4
Friday
Saturday
from $5
Sunday
from $5
Monday
from $4
Tuesday
from $6
Wednesday
from $6

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $4
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 0m
    0
    9:15 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $4
  • Zingbus
    6h 50m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Chennai
    Periyamedu Bus Station
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $4
  • NueGo
    8h 45m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    4:45 PM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $7

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 55m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    7:20 PM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $5
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $5
  • Zingbus
    10h 30m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Chennai
    Periyamedu Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Economy
    $6
  • Zingbus
    6h 50m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Chennai
    Periyamedu Bus Station
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $6

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 55m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    7:20 PM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $5
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $6
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 0m
    0
    9:15 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $6
  • NueGo
    8h 45m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    4:45 PM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $9

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 55m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    7:20 PM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $4
  • Zingbus
    6h 50m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Chennai
    Periyamedu Bus Station
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $4
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $5
  • Zingbus
    10h 30m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Chennai
    Periyamedu Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Economy
    $5

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $6
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 0m
    0
    9:15 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $6
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 10m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    8:10 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $6
  • NueGo
    8h 45m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    4:45 PM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $9

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $6
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 0m
    0
    9:15 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $6
  • FlixBus
    9h 0m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    4:15 AM
    Madurai
    Mattuthavani Bus Stand
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $7
  • Zingbus
    10h 30m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Chennai
    Periyamedu Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Economy
    $7

What are the fastest trips from Chennai to Madurai?

You can get to Madurai from Chennai in just 6h 50m with a Bus from Zingbus. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 6h 50m
Friday
Saturday
from 6h 50m
Sunday
from 8h 45m
Monday
from 6h 50m
Tuesday
from 8h 45m
Wednesday
from 8h 35m

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Zingbus
    6h 50m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Chennai
    Periyamedu Bus Station
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $4
  • NueGo
    8h 45m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    4:45 PM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • NueGo
    8h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    5:45 AM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 0m
    0
    9:15 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $4

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Zingbus
    6h 50m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Chennai
    Periyamedu Bus Station
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 55m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    7:20 PM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $5
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $5
  • FlixBus
    10h 0m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Chennai
    Guindy Bus Stop
    6:35 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $7

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • NueGo
    8h 45m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    4:45 PM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • NueGo
    8h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    5:45 AM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 55m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    7:20 PM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $5
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 0m
    0
    9:15 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $6

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Zingbus
    6h 50m
    0
    11:55 PM
    Chennai
    Periyamedu Bus Station
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    Zingbus
    Premium Economy
    $4
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    8h 55m
    0
    10:25 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    7:20 PM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $4
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $5
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Chennai
    Guindy Bus Stop
    6:25 AM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $7

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • NueGo
    8h 45m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    4:45 PM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • NueGo
    8h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    5:45 AM
    Madurai
    Madurai Bus Station
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 0m
    0
    9:15 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $6
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 10m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    8:10 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $6

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    10:15 PM
    Chennai
    Perungudi
    6:50 AM
    Madurai
    Mattuthavani Bus Stand
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $8
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 0m
    0
    9:15 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:15 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $6
  • FlixBus
    9h 0m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    4:15 AM
    Madurai
    Mattuthavani Bus Stand
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $7
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    9h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    6:45 AM
    Madurai
    Periyar Bus Stand
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $6
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Chennai to Madurai

What are the most popular stations in Chennai and Madurai?

In Chennai, you will usually depart from C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Egmore Railway Station or Central Station Bus Stop, while in Madurai you will be arriving at Railway Station, Mattuthavani Bus Stand or Periyar Bus Stand, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Madurai from Chennai? With 5 connections between 5 Bus, Carpool and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Chennai and Madurai, you can pay as low as $4 with a Bus from Intrcity Smartbus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Zingbus: you will get to Madurai in just 6h 50m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Chennai and Madurai are Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus and NueGo, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Chennai and Madurai is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Tiruvottiyūr or to Tirupparangunram, and look at flights from Chennai Airport, and landing at Madurai Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Chennai to Madurai?

The most popular companies between Chennai and Madurai, are Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus and NueGo. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus, NueGo and 1 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Chennai to Madurai

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chennai to Madurai. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Chennai to Madurai

How can I reach Madurai from Chennai?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus, Carpool and Flight, with which you can get to Madurai from Chennai.

How far is Madurai from Chennai?

The distance between Chennai and Madurai is 263.4 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Chennai and Madurai?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 15 kgs, a car 72 kgs, and a flight 104 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Chennai to Madurai?

You can get to Madurai with just $4 by taking a Bus from Intrcity Smartbus.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai to Madurai?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Madurai in just 6h 50m with a Bus from Zingbus.

More routes to Chennai and to Madurai

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Chennai and to Madurai. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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