Punalur to Madurai Trains

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3 Direct Trains Running from Punalur to Madurai

16730 PUU MDU EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
3A, SL
17:15
10h 20m
03:35
Punalur (PUU)
16730 running status
Madurai (MDU)
16102 QLN MS EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
13:00
05h 30m
18:30
Punalur (PUU)
16102 running status
Madurai (MDU)
16328 GUV MDU EXP
M T W T F S S
3A, SL
13:20
05h 50m
19:10
Punalur (PUU)
16328 running status
Madurai (MDU)

10 Trains from Punalur to Madurai nearby stations

12662 POTHIGAI SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
18:45
03h 05m
21:50
Sengottai (SCT)
12662 running status
Madurai (MDU)
16128 GUV CHENNAI EXP
M T W T F S S
2S, SL, 3A, 2A
03:58
07h 17m
11:15
Paravur (PVU)
16128 running status
Madurai (MDU)
16343 AMRITHA EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, SL, 3A
21:10
12h 45m
09:55
Varkala (VAK)
16343 running status
Madurai (MDU)
16361 ERS VLNK EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
17:50
04h 13m
22:03
Punalur (PUU)
16361 running status
Virudunagar (VPT)
20636 ANANTAPURI EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
15:08
06h 22m
21:30
Paravur (PVU)
20636 running status
Madurai (MDU)
20684 SCT TBM SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3E, 2A
16:30
02h 53m
19:23
Sengottai (SCT)
20684 running status
Virudunagar (VPT)
22628 TVC TPJ SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2S, CC
11:35
05h 10m
16:45
Trivandrum (TVC)
22628 running status
Madurai (MDU)
20682 SILAMBU SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
17:10
02h 13m
19:23
Sengottai (SCT)
20682 running status
Virudunagar (VPT)
06061 ERS VLNK SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
04:00
04h 23m
08:23
Punalur (PUU)
06061 running status
Virudunagar (VPT)
06030 TEN MTP SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL, 3E
21:00
04h 05m
01:05
Tenkasi (TSI)
06030 running status
Madurai (MDU)
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Punalur to Madurai Train Overview

Are you looking for Punalur to Madurai 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 Punalur to Madurai. 

Punalur to Madurai Distance 

266 kms

Punalur to Madurai Duration

 05h 42m

Total number of trains running from Punalur to Madurai 

13

Number of trains running daily from Punalur to Madurai 

8

Number of trains running weekly from Punalur to Madurai 

2 

Fastest train from Punalur to Madurai 

SILAMBU SF EXP (20682)

Cheapest train from Punalur to Madurai 

16128 (GUV CHENNAI EXP)

Departure timing of the first train from Punalur

03:58

Departure timing of the last train from Punalur

21:10

First train from Punalur to Madurai

GUV CHENNAI EXP,(16128)

Last train from Punalur to Madurai 

AMRITHA EXP (16343)

Number of Major railway stations in Punalur

1

Number of Major railway stations in Madurai 

2 
Madurai to Punalur trains

Weekly Trains from Punalur to Madurai

There are 2 trains running weekly from Punalur to Madurai. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Punalur to Madurai.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationStarting Ticket Price
ERS VLNK SPL (06061)04:0008:2304 hrs 23 mins-
TEN MTP SPL (06030)21:0001:0504 hrs 05 mins₹385

Daily Trains from Punalur to Madurai

There are 8 trains running daily from Punalur to Madurai. Below is a list of trains running daily from Punalur to Madurai.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationCheapest Ticket Price
PUU MDU EXPRESS (16730)17:1503:3510 hrs 20 mins₹250
QLN MS EXPRESS (16102)13:0018:3005 hrs 30 mins₹505
GUV MDU EXP (16328)13:2019:1005 hrs 50 mins₹170
POTHIGAI SF EXP (12662)18:4521:5003 hrs 05 mins₹175
GUV CHENNAI EXP (16128)03:5811:1507 hrs 17 mins₹140
AMRITHA EXP (16343)21:1009:5512 hrs 45 mins₹335
ANANTAPURI EXP (20636)15:0821:3006 hrs 22 mins₹260
TVC TPJ SF EXP (22628)11:3516:4505 hrs 10 mins₹140

Punalur to Madurai Train Timings

The first train running from Punalur to Madurai is at 03:58, while the last train is at 21:10. Based on your preferred timings, you can choose the train available for the Punalur to Madurai route.

Punalur to Madurai Distance

The distance between Punalur and Madurai is about 266 kms. To cover this route, you will need about 05h 42m. The duration might vary depending on whether you travel in a passenger, express, or superfast train. 

Punalur to Madurai Train Ticket Price

The average train ticket price from Punalur to Madurai is ₹140, while the maximum ticket price from Punalur to Madurai is ₹1255.  The train price will depend on the type of train and travel class you choose. 

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FAQs on Punalur to Madurai Train

How to book Tatkal tickets from Punalur to Madurai?

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 Punalur to Madurai?

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 Punalur to Madurai, call redRail customer support at 9902977777.

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

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

How many trains run from Punalur to Madurai?

There are 13 trains that run from Punalur to Madurai 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 Punalur to Madurai?

SILAMBU SF EXP (20682) is the fastest among the Punalur to Madurai Trains. It departs from Sengottai (SCT) at 17:10 and arrives at Virudunagar (VPT) at 19:23, covering the distance in just 02 hrs 13 mins.

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

The first train departs from Punalur to Madurai is at 03:58 while, the last train depart at 21:10

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