Madurai to Tirunelveli by train
Tirunelveli lies 141 km (88 mi) south of Madurai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 42 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 172 km (107 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Madurai | Tirunelveli | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.5 million | 1.4 million |
| Elevation | 139 m (456 ft) | 49 m (161 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
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Staying in Tirunelveli
Our booking partner lists 32 places to stay in Tirunelveli. Of the 20 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (12). Guests have left 1,632 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Tirunelveli from Madurai?
141 km (88 mi) in a straight line, south of Madurai; by road roughly 172 km (107 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madurai to Tirunelveli by train?
About 2 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madurai and Tirunelveli?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Tirunelveli?
Our booking partner lists 32 places to stay in Tirunelveli, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.