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Tamil Nadu to Kerala · 170 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
The straight-line distance from Madurai to Ponmudi is approximately 170 km (106 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 268 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Tamil Nadu to Kerala.
Ponmudi does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Trivandrum (TRV). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Madurai and Ponmudi with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 4 hrs 52 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Madurai to Ponmudi route. The journey takes approximately 5 hrs 57 min covering ~268 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from Madurai to Ponmudi covers approximately 268 km and takes around 4 hrs 44 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India
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