Madurai to Kumbakonam Trains

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4 Direct Trains Running from Madurai to Kumbakonam

20606 TCN MS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
00:15
03h 27m
03:42
Madurai (MDU)
20606 running status
Kumbakonam (KMU)
16367 KASHI TAMIL EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3E, 3A, 2A, 1A
00:55
03h 38m
04:33
Madurai (MDU)
16367 running status
Kumbakonam (KMU)
16780 RMM TPTY EXP
M T W T F S S
3A, SL
19:25
04h 13m
23:38
Madurai (MDU)
16780 running status
Kumbakonam (KMU)
22624 MDU MS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2S, 3A, 2A, SL
20:45
03h 37m
00:22
Madurai (MDU)
22624 running status
Kumbakonam (KMU)

17 Trains from Madurai to Kumbakonam nearby stations

12636 VAIGAI SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2S, CC
06:45
03h 16m
10:01
Madurai (MDU)
12636 running status
Ariyalur (ALU)
12694 PEARL CITY EXP
M T W T F S S
3A, SL, 2A, 1A
23:15
03h 15m
02:30
Madurai (MDU)
12694 running status
Ariyalur (ALU)
16104 RMM TBM EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
18:15
03h 58m
22:13
Sivaganga (SVGA)
16104 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
16128 GUV CHENNAI EXP
M T W T F S S
2S, SL, 3A, 2A
11:20
03h 29m
14:49
Madurai (MDU)
16128 running status
Ariyalur (ALU)
16361 ERS VLNK EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
22:05
05h 40m
03:45
Virudunagar (VPT)
16361 running status
Thiruvarur (TVR)
16752 RMM MS EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
2A, SL, 3A
19:55
04h 39m
00:34
Sivaganga (SVGA)
16752 running status
Kumbakonam (KMU)
16862 CAPE PDY EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 2A, 3A
17:30
06h 08m
23:38
Virudunagar (VPT)
16862 running status
Kumbakonam (KMU)
20684 SCT TBM SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3E, 2A
19:25
05h 29m
00:54
Virudunagar (VPT)
20684 running status
Mayiladuturai (MV)
06056 NCJ AVD SF SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
19:40
03h 23m
23:03
Madurai (MDU)
06056 running status
Ariyalur (ALU)
06106 RMM VM SF SPL
M T W T F S S
3A, 2S
17:25
03h 19m
20:44
Madurai (MDU)
06106 running status
Ariyalur (ALU)
06186 PTJ TBM SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
03:30
02h 58m
06:28
Dindigul (DG)
06186 running status
Kumbakonam (KMU)
12651 NZM S KRNTI EXP
M T W T F S S
2S, 3A, 2A, SL
00:55
03h 09m
04:04
Madurai (MDU)
12651 running status
Ariyalur (ALU)
12666 CAPE HWH SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
10:50
03h 39m
14:29
Madurai (MDU)
12666 running status
Ariyalur (ALU)
16352 NCJ CSMT EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
10:50
03h 39m
14:29
Madurai (MDU)
16352 running status
Ariyalur (ALU)
22631 ANUVRAT SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A
12:05
03h 09m
15:14
Madurai (MDU)
22631 running status
Ariyalur (ALU)
07229 CAPE CHZ SPL
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
09:05
04h 55m
14:00
Virudunagar (VPT)
07229 running status
Kumbakonam (KMU)
06061 ERS VLNK SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
08:25
05h 15m
13:40
Virudunagar (VPT)
06061 running status
Thiruvarur (TVR)
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Weekly Trains from Madurai to Kumbakonam

There are 7 trains running weekly from Madurai to Kumbakonam. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Madurai to Kumbakonam.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationStarting Ticket Price
KASHI TAMIL EXP (16367)00:5504:3303 hrs 38 mins₹185
CAPE PDY EXP (16862)17:3023:3806 hrs 08 mins₹210
PTJ TBM SPL (06186)03:3006:2802 hrs 58 mins₹385
CAPE HWH SF EXP (12666)10:5014:2903 hrs 39 mins₹205
ANUVRAT SF EXP (22631)12:0515:1403 hrs 09 mins₹555
CAPE CHZ SPL (07229)09:0514:0004 hrs 55 mins-
ERS VLNK SPL (06061)08:2513:4005 hrs 15 mins-

Daily Trains from Madurai to Kumbakonam

There are 7 trains running daily from Madurai to Kumbakonam. Below is a list of trains running daily from Madurai to Kumbakonam.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationCheapest Ticket Price
TCN MS SF EXP (20606)00:1503:4203 hrs 27 mins₹215
VAIGAI SF EXP (12636)06:4510:0103 hrs 16 mins₹120
PEARL CITY EXP (12694)23:1502:3003 hrs 15 mins₹205
RMM TBM EXP (16104)18:1522:1303 hrs 58 mins₹175
GUV CHENNAI EXP (16128)11:2014:4903 hrs 29 mins₹105
RMM MS EXPRESS (16752)19:5500:3404 hrs 39 mins₹170
NCJ AVD SF SPL (06056)19:4023:0303 hrs 23 mins₹1040
Kumbakonam to Madurai trains

Madurai to Kumbakonam Train Overview

Are you looking for Madurai to Kumbakonam trains? You must check out some important train-related information for your desired route. Find out the ticket price, distance, duration and other key details of trains running from Madurai to Kumbakonam. 

Madurai to Kumbakonam Distance 

246 kms

Madurai to Kumbakonam Duration

 04h 00m

Total number of trains running from Madurai to Kumbakonam 

21

Number of trains running daily from Madurai to Kumbakonam 

7

Number of trains running weekly from Madurai to Kumbakonam 

7 

Fastest train from Madurai to Kumbakonam 

PTJ TBM SPL (06186)

Cheapest train from Madurai to Kumbakonam 

16128 (GUV CHENNAI EXP)

Departure timing of the first train from Madurai

00:15

Departure timing of the last train from Madurai

23:15

First train from Madurai to Kumbakonam

TCN MS SF EXP,(20606)

Last train from Madurai to Kumbakonam 

PEARL CITY EXP (12694)

Number of Major railway stations in Madurai

2

Number of Major railway stations in Kumbakonam 

1 

Madurai to Kumbakonam Train Timings

The first train running from Madurai to Kumbakonam is at 00:15, while the last train is at 23:15. Based on your preferred timings, you can choose the train available for the Madurai to Kumbakonam route.

Madurai to Kumbakonam Distance

The distance between Madurai and Kumbakonam is about 246 kms. To cover this route, you will need about 04h 00m. The duration might vary depending on whether you travel in a passenger, express, or superfast train. 

Madurai to Kumbakonam Train Ticket Price

The average train ticket price from Madurai to Kumbakonam is ₹185.0, while the maximum ticket price from Madurai to Kumbakonam is ₹1510.0.  The train price will depend on the type of train and travel class you choose. 

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FAQs on Madurai to Kumbakonam Train

How to book Tatkal tickets from Madurai to Kumbakonam?

As per the new Tatkal booking rules, users must link their IRCTC account with their Aadhaar number to make successful booking.

How many days in advance can I book a train from Madurai to Kumbakonam?

As per IRCTC rules, you can book train tickets 60 days in advance.

How can I reach redRail’s customer support for help with booking issues?

For any train ticket booking queries from Madurai to Kumbakonam, call redRail customer support at 9902977777.

What is the best way to travel to Kumbakonam from Madurai?

Travelling by train is the most convenient option for passengers commuting frequently. You can book train tickets from Madurai to Kumbakonam in your preferred travel class and enjoy your travel.

How many trains run from Madurai to Kumbakonam?

There are 21 trains that run from Madurai to Kumbakonam route. Some trains run on a daily basis. On the other hand, some trains run weekly and can be booked in advance.

Which is the fastest train running from Madurai to Kumbakonam?

PTJ TBM SPL (06186) is the fastest among the Madurai to Kumbakonam Trains. It departs from Dindigul (DG) at 03:30 and arrives at Kumbakonam (KMU) at 06:28, covering the distance in just 02 hrs 58 mins.

What are the first and last train timings from Madurai to Kumbakonam?

The first train departs from Madurai to Kumbakonam is at 00:15 while, the last train depart at 23:15

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