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Madurai to Chanderi

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh.

2138 kmDistance
42.8 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹81,827
Ertiga₹1,04,276
Innova₹1,08,765
Innova Crysta₹1,33,964
Tempo Traveller (12)₹1,85,092

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹2,350
AC Seater₹3,850
Non-AC Sleeper₹3,420
AC Sleeper₹4,920
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹6,040
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Train
Sleeper₹1,310
Economy₹2,170
Third AC₹3,020
Second AC₹4,310
First AC₹6,020
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Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.

Route Map

By Car: Madurai to Chanderi

2138 km · ~46h 6m · About 43h of driving split over 5 days, plus stops.

  1. Start from Madurai

    Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 150

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  3. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 300

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  4. 128 km · 2h 33m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 428

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  5. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 578

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  6. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 728

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  7. 128 km · 2h 33m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 855

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  8. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1005

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  9. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1155

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  10. 128 km · 2h 33m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1283

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  11. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1433

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  12. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1583

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  13. 128 km · 2h 33m drive from previous stop

    Overnight halt around km 1710

    Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.

  14. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 1860

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  15. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest stop around km 2010

    Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.

  16. 128 km · 2h 33m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Chanderi

    Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh

Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.

By Bus: Madurai to Chanderi

2138 km · ~47h 33m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

  1. Board at Madurai

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Madurai. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Madurai → change point 1

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~713 km

    ~15h 51m|Tentative fare ₹780–₹2,050

  3. Change buses at a major city (around km 713)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Chanderi. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  4. change point 1 → change point 2

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~713 km

    ~15h 51m|Tentative fare ₹780–₹2,050

  5. Change buses at a major city (around km 1425)

    Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Chanderi. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.

  6. change point 2 → Chanderi

    AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~713 km

    ~15h 51m|Tentative fare ₹780–₹2,050

  7. Arrive in Chanderi

    Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Madurai to Chanderi

Nearest railway stations: Madurai Jn for Madurai, Jiron (about 26 km away) for Chanderi.

Direct trains

TIRUNELVELI - KATRA Exp#16787 · Express
07:20 PMMadurai Jn
41h 3m328 stops
12:23 PM+2dJiron
KANYAKUMARI - D H NIZAMUDDIN Thirukkural Exp#12641 · Superfast
11:50 PMMadurai Jn
34h 57m339 stops
10:47 AM+2dJiron
MADURAI - DELHI H NIZAMUDDIN Tamil Nadu S Kranti#12651 · Sampark Kranti
11:55 PMMadurai Jn
34h 52m339 stops
10:47 AM+2dJiron

Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.

Madurai to Chanderi: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Madurai to Chanderi is about 2138 km by road, roughly 42.8 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 2138 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹81,827 · Ertiga ₹1,04,276 · Innova ₹1,08,765 · Innova Crysta ₹1,33,964 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹1,85,092
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹2,350 · AC Seater ₹3,850 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹3,420 · AC Sleeper ₹4,920 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹6,040
  • Train: Sleeper ₹1,310 · Economy ₹2,170 · Third AC ₹3,020 · Second AC ₹4,310 · First AC ₹6,020

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

Want the full Chanderi guide?

Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Chanderi.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Madurai to Chanderi. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Salem250 km from Madurai

    Tamil Nadu

  2. Kolar465 km from Madurai

    Karnataka

  3. Mahabubnagar985 km from Madurai

    Telangana

  4. Yavatmal1515 km from Madurai

    Maharashtra

  5. Pachmarhi1815 km from Madurai

Hotels in Chanderi

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Things to Do in Chanderi

Watch Chanderi Sarees Being Woven at the Handloom Park

Chanderi's identity is built on its featherlight silk-cotton sarees, hand-loomed with zari motifs like coins and peacocks by an estimated 9,000 weavers across the town.…

1-2 hours

Explore Chanderi Fort's Ramparts and Views

Dating to the 11th century and rebuilt through successive Rajput, Malwa Sultanate and Mughal control, Chanderi Fort sits on a hill above town with panoramic views over…

1-2 hours

See the Battisi Baoli, One of the Region's Largest Stepwells

This deep, tiered stepwell was built to supply water to the fort and old town and remains one of the largest baolis in the region. Descending its worn stone steps gives…

30-45 minutes

Browse Chanderi's Weaving Lanes and Buy Direct from Artisans

Beyond the formal Handloom Park, the narrow lanes of old Chanderi are lined with family-run looms where you can hear the clack of shuttles from the street. Buying a…

1-2 hours

Visit the Jain Temple Cluster at Khandargiri and Thuvanji

Chanderi and its surrounding hills hold several important Jain pilgrimage sites, including the rock-cut and hilltop temples at Khandargiri and Thuvanji. These quieter…

1-2 hours

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Suggested Chanderi Itinerary

Day 1Day 1

  • Arrive and check into your accommodation near Chanderi
  • Take a leisurely walk around the main area to get oriented
  • Visit the primary attraction or landmark of Chanderi

Day 2Day 2

  • Morning exploration of key sites at Chanderi
  • Interactive cultural experience or guided tour
  • Visit nearby attractions within walking distance

Day 3Day 3

  • Explore off-the-beaten-path locations around Chanderi
  • Nature walk or outdoor activity depending on weather
  • Visit local markets or craft centers

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Chanderi trip and see the full Madurai → Chanderi → next stop route.

Chanderi → Ashoknagar

About 60 km by road

Chanderi → Tikamgarh

About 90 km by road

Chanderi → Orchha

About 115 km by road

Chanderi → Jhansi

About 120 km by road

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