Madurai to Vythiri
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Vythiri, Kerala.
Tentative Fare Estimate
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 Vythiri
378 km · ~8h 14m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Madurai
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near UdumalaippettaiAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near MannarkkadAbout 300 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
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 Vythiri
378 km · ~8h 24m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- 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.
- Madurai → Vythiri
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~378 km
~8h 24m|Tentative fare ₹420–₹1,110
Usual tea / meal halts: Udumalaippettai (~170 km)
- Arrive in Vythiri
Vythiri, Kerala
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 Vythiri
Nearest railway stations: Madurai Jn for Madurai, Chemancheri (about 38 km away) for Vythiri.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 12h 12m in total
Change trains at Kaveri — about 1h 16m wait
1 change · 12h 30m in total
Change trains at Erode Jn — about 1h 45m wait
1 change · 13h 13m in total
Change trains at Kaveri — about 1h 56m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
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.
Transport Options
Madurai to Vythiri: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Madurai to Vythiri is about 378 km by road, roughly 7.6 hours of travel time. The road passes near Coimbatore.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 378 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹4,260 · Sedan ₹5,010 · SUV ₹6,580 · Innova / MUV ₹7,380 · Tempo Traveller ₹8,620
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹420 · AC Seater ₹680 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹600 · AC Sleeper ₹870 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,110
- Train: Sleeper ₹260 · Economy ₹410 · Third AC ₹560 · Second AC ₹790 · First AC ₹1,090
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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