Tamil Nadu · 136 km · Compare train, bus & driving options
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MADURAI - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Tamil Nadu S Kranti #12651 · SKr |
23:55 | 02:55 | 3h 00m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Chendhur Express #16736 · Exp |
00:20 | 03:25 | 3h 05m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| MADURAI - VILLUPURAM PASSENGER #56706 · Pass |
00:45 | 06:20 | 5h 35m | |
| MADURAI - CHENNAI EGMORE Vaigai SF Exp #12636 · SF |
06:45 | 08:45 | 2h 00m | CC |
| NAGERCOIL - MUMBAI CST Balaji Exp #16352 · Exp |
09:50 | 12:25 | 2h 35m | 2A,3A,SL |
| GURUVAYUR - CHENNAI EGMORE Exp #16128 · Exp |
11:10 | 14:05 | 2h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| KANYAKUMARI - KOL HOWRAH Weekly Exp #12666 · SF |
12:40 | 15:50 | 3h 10m | 2A,3A,SL |
| MADURAI - MUMBAI LTT Exp #11044 · Exp |
18:00 | 20:45 | 2h 45m | 2A,3A,SL |
| RAMESWARAM - TIRUPATI Exp #16780 · Exp |
19:15 | 22:00 | 2h 45m | 3A,SL,FC |
| TIRUNELVELI - KATRA Exp #16787 · Exp |
19:20 | 22:30 | 3h 10m | 2A,SL |
| MADURAI - CHENNAI EGMORE Pandiyan SF Exp #12638 · SF |
20:35 | 23:10 | 2h 35m | 1A,2A,3A,SL,FC |
| NAGERCOIL - CHENNAI EGMORE SF Exp #12668 · SF |
21:05 | 23:45 | 2h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Madurai Chennai Egmore BI-Weekly Superfast Express #12794 · SF |
21:10 | 23:45 | 2h 35m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| TIRUNELVELI - CHENNAI EGMORE Nellai SF Exp #12632 · SF |
21:30 | 00:20 | 2h 50m | 2A,3A,SL,FC |
| KANNIYAKUMARI - CHENNAI EGMORE SF Exp #12634 · SF |
21:50 | 00:30 | 2h 40m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| SENGOTTAI - CHENNAI EGMORE Pothigai SF Exp #12662 · SF |
22:10 | 01:10 | 3h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| TUTICORIN - CHENNAI EGMORE Pearl City SF Exp #12694 · SF |
22:50 | 01:25 | 2h 35m | 1A,2A,3A,SL,FC |
| TRIVANDRUM - CHENNAI EGMORE Anantapuri Exp #16724 · Exp |
23:05 | 02:10 | 3h 05m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| KANYAKUMARI - D H NIZAMUDDIN Thirukkural Exp #12641 · SF |
23:50 | 02:55 | 3h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| NAGERCOIL - CHENNAI SF Exp #12690 · SF |
23:50 | 02:55 | 3h 05m | 3A,SL |
The distance from Madurai to Trichy is approximately 116 km as the crow flies. The road distance is about 136 km, making this a comfortable day trip by car or train.
Indian Railways connects Madurai and Trichy with regular services. The journey takes around 2 hrs 28 min. Express trains are faster while passenger trains are more frequent on this short route.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel between Madurai and Trichy is convenient and affordable. The journey takes approximately 3 hrs 53 min. Both government and private operators service this route with AC and non-AC options.
A comfortable 2 hrs 2 min drive covers the 136 km between Madurai and Trichy. This makes for a great day trip by car.
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