Tamil Nadu · 136 km · Compare train, bus & driving options
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN - MADURAI Tamil Nadu S Kranti #12652 · SKr |
00:40 | 03:45 | 3h 05m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| CHENNAI EGMORE - NAGERCOIL SF Exp #12667 · SF |
00:40 | 03:25 | 2h 45m | 2A,3A,SL |
| D H NIZAMUDDIN - KANYAKUMARI Thirukkural Exp #12642 · SF |
00:40 | 03:25 | 2h 45m | 2A,3A,SL |
| CHENNAI EGMORE - TRIVANDRUM Anantapuri Exp #16723 · Exp |
01:20 | 03:50 | 2h 30m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| CHENNAI EGMORE - TUTICORIN Pearl City SF Exp #12693 · SF |
01:30 | 04:15 | 2h 45m | 1A,2A,3A,SL,FC |
| CHENNAI EGMORE - SENGOTTAI Pothigai SF Exp #12661 · SF |
01:40 | 04:40 | 3h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| TIRUPATI - RAMESWARAM Exp #16779 · Exp |
02:05 | 06:00 | 3h 55m | 3A,SL,FC |
| CHENNAI EGMORE - TIRUNELVELI Nellai SF Exp #12631 · SF |
02:35 | 05:25 | 2h 50m | 2A,3A,SL,FC |
| CHENNAI EGMORE - MADURAI Pandiyan SF Exp #12637 · SF |
03:05 | 06:15 | 3h 10m | 1A,2A,3A,SL,FC |
| HOWRAH - KANNIYAKUMARI SF Exp #12665 · SF |
03:35 | 06:40 | 3h 05m | 2A,3A,SL |
| CHENNAI CENTRAL - NAGERCOIL SF Exp #12689 · SF |
03:35 | 06:40 | 3h 05m | 3A,SL |
| Chennai Egmore Madurai BI-Weekly Superfast Express #12793 · SF |
06:05 | 08:50 | 2h 45m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| MUMBAI LTT - MADURAI Exp #11043 · Exp |
08:50 | 12:30 | 3h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Himsagar Express Slip #16318-Slip · Exp |
11:50 | 14:50 | 3h 00m | 2A,SL |
| Navyug Express Slip #16688-Slip · Exp |
11:55 | 14:50 | 2h 55m | 2A,SL |
| JAMMU ERODE - TIRUNELVELI Link Exp #16788 · Exp |
11:55 | 14:50 | 2h 55m | 2A,SL |
| CHENNAI EGMORE - GURUVAYUR Exp #16127 · Exp |
13:15 | 16:35 | 3h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| CHENNAI EGMORE - MADURAI Vaigai SF Exp #12635 · SF |
18:15 | 20:50 | 2h 35m | CC |
| VILLUPURAM - MADURAI PASSENGER #56705 · Pass |
20:25 | 00:35 | 28h 10m | |
| MUMBAI CST - NAGERCOIL Balaji Exp #16351 · Exp |
20:45 | 00:35 | 3h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| CHENNAI EGMORE - KANNIYAKUMARI SF Exp #12633 · SF |
23:05 | 01:55 | 2h 50m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Chendhur Express #16735 · Exp |
23:40 | 02:55 | 3h 15m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
The distance from Trichy to Madurai 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 Trichy and Madurai 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 Trichy and Madurai 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 Trichy and Madurai. This makes for a great day trip by car.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
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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