Vellore to Madurai

Vellore to Madurai

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Vellore to Madurai Schedule

Vellore to Madurai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Indian Railways SL - Sleeper Class 12:15 - 01:20₹ 693
Sri Renugambal Travels AC Seater 19:45 - 03:00₹ 809
Aakash Travels AC Sleeper 20:35 - 03:55₹ 1,269
RKT Tours and Travels AC Sleeper 23:15 - 07:15₹ 3,464

Transportation from Vellore to Madurai

Facts about the transport from Vellore to Madurai

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport6h 30m
Earliest Departure12:15 PM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day17
Distance325 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAakash Travels, Anand Travels AT, Indian Railways, RKT Tours and Travels, Rp Travels, Sharma Tourist, Sri Amarnath Travels, Sri Kumaran Travels, Sri Renganathan Travels, Sri Renugambal Travels, YBM Travels

Vellore to Madurai Destination Reviews

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Very friendly staff, and helpful driver. Make sure to book the right destination and the pickup location was incorrect on the ticket (look for the private bus company stalls as call them to confirm the location , don't trust google maps).
Bus AC Sleeper, Rp Travels, Feb 17, 2024
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How to get from Vellore to Madurai

Travelling between Vellore and Madurai is possible by Bus and train. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 36.67 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 8.30.

How long does it take to get from Vellore to Madurai?

It can take you anywhere between 7 and 14 hours to travel between Vellore and Madurai depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Vellore and Madurai. Bus will bring you to your destination in 6h 30m. Train does a much slower job and take about 13h 5m to reach Madurai.

How much does it cost to get from Vellore to Madurai?

Travelling between Vellore and Madurai can be as cheap as USD 8.30 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 36.67 if you buy a YBM Travels Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Vellore and Madurai ?

  • 16 from Vellore to Madurai starting from 20:00 Katpadi Tamil Nadu until 23:30 Katpadi Tamil Nadu
  • 1 from Vellore to Madurai starting from 12:15 Katpadi Junction until 12:15 Katpadi Junction

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Vellore to Madurai.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Vellore 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 Vellore and Madurai

Aakash Travels, Anand Travels AT, RKT Tours and Travels, Rp Travels, Sharma Tourist, Sri Amarnath Travels, Sri Kumaran Travels, Sri Renganathan Travels, Sri Renugambal Travels, YBM 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.

What is the most popular transport to get from Vellore to Madurai?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 97% took a train
  • 3% opted for a bus