Bus
Travelling from Coimbatore to Madurai overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is
the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.
Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Coimbatore and Madurai
A1 Travels, Air Indiaa Travels, Arthi Travels, Ayngaran Transport, Black Pearl Tranz, City Travels, Essaar, Golden Eagle Tours and Travels, Hindusthan Travels, Irish Travels, Jai Vishnu Travels, Jet Line, Kannan Bus, Krish Travels, Muthumari Travels, National Travels Madurai, Puthiyavan Travals, Saaral Travels, SBS Travels, Sri Amarnath Travels, Sri Bala Tours and Travels, Sri Karpaga Vinayaga Travels, Sri Kumaran Travels, Sri Selvam Travels, Supaa Travels, Vivegam Travels
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to
sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.
Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.