Madurai to Erode by train
Erode lies 164 km (102 mi) north of Madurai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 9 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 200 km (124 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Madurai | Erode | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.5 million | 521,891 |
| Elevation | 139 m (456 ft) | 170 m (558 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Erode Junction railway station |
Where to book trains from Madurai to Erode
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Staying in Erode
Our booking partner lists 36 places to stay in Erode. Of the 28 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (16), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 1,000 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Erode from Madurai?
164 km (102 mi) in a straight line, north of Madurai; by road roughly 200 km (124 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madurai to Erode by train?
About 3 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madurai and Erode?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Erode?
Our booking partner lists 36 places to stay in Erode, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- 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.