- City
- Madurai, Tamil Nadu
- Routes listed
- 21 from Madurai
- Shortest
- Dindigul · 65 km
- Vehicles
- Sedan, SUV, tempo traveller, coach
Why hire a car with a driver here
Madurai is built around the Meenakshi Amman Temple, and the streets around it are busy from dawn to late at night. Parking is limited and several roads near the temple are closed to vehicles. A car with a local driver drops you close to the gates, waits nearby, and takes you on to Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Thiruparankundram without hassle. Madurai is also the starting point for Rameswaram, Kodaikanal and the southern temple circuit, where a steady driver is a real help.
What we arrange in Madurai
Pickup and drop at Madurai Airport, about 12 km from the city.
Transfers to and from Madurai Junction, a short drive from the temple.
A day for Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thiruparankundram, Alagar Kovil and Pazhamudircholai.
Drives to Kodaikanal via the Batlagundu ghat road.
Trips to Rameswaram, Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Trichy and Thanjavur.
Women chauffeurs on request.
Trips from Madurai
Day trip65 km · 1.5 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to DindigulTravel from Madurai to Dindigul by cab for the rock fort, Abirami Amman Temple and famous Dindigul biryani, with an easy same-day return.
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Day trip75 km · 1.5–2 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to SrivilliputhurTravel from Madurai to Srivilliputhur by car for Andal Temple, its tall gopuram and famous palkova, with a relaxed same-day return.
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Day trip90 km · 2–2.5 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to KaraikudiBook a car from Madurai to Karaikudi for Chettinad mansions, Athangudi tiles, Pillayarpatti temple and an authentic Chettinad lunch.
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Day trip110 km · 2–2.5 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to PudukottaiBook a car from Madurai to Pudukottai for Sittannavasal cave paintings, Thirumayam Fort, Kudumiyanmalai and the old palace museum.
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Day trip120 km · 3–3.5 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to KodaikanalHire a car from Madurai to Kodaikanal up the Batlagundu ghat for the lake, Coaker's Walk, pine forests and cool hill air in the Palani hills.
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Day trip120 km · 2.5–3 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to PalaniHire a car from Madurai to Palani for darshan at the Dhandayuthapani Swamy hill temple, with the rope car, winch or step path.
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Day trip135 km · 2.5 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to TrichyHire a car from Madurai to Trichy for Srirangam, the Rock Fort and Thiruvanaikaval temple, or for an airport drop, with a quick highway ride.
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Day trip140 km · 3.5–4 hrsKeralaMadurai to ThekkadyHire a car from Madurai to Thekkady via Theni and Kumily for a Periyar lake boat ride, spice gardens and forest walks in Kerala.
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Day trip145 km · 2.5–3 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to ThoothukudiBook a cab from Madurai to Thoothukudi for the port, Our Lady of Snows Basilica, Tiruchendur temple and a sea breeze on the harbour beach.
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Day trip160 km · 3–3.5 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to CourtallamBook a car from Madurai to Courtallam for a bath at the Main, Five and Old falls during the season, with Tenkasi temple on the way.
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Day trip160 km · 4–4.5 hrsKeralaMadurai to MunnarTravel from Madurai to Munnar via Theni and Bodimettu for tea gardens, Mattupetty dam, Eravikulam park and cool hill views in Kerala.
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Day trip160 km · 2.5–3 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to TirunelveliBook a cab from Madurai to Tirunelveli on NH 44 for Nellaiappar Temple, halwa, Papanasam falls and the Tamirabarani river temples.
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Day trip175 km · 3.5–4 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to RameshwaramHire a cab from Madurai to Rameshwaram over the Pamban bridge for Ramanathaswamy Temple, Dhanushkodi and the Kalam memorial.
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Day trip185 km · 3.5–4 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to TiruchendurHire a car from Madurai to Tiruchendur for darshan at the seashore Murugan temple, a sea bath and stops at Manapad and Kulasekarapattinam.
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Day trip190 km · 3.5–4 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to ThanjavurBook a cab from Madurai to Thanjavur for the Brihadeeswarar Big Temple, the Maratha palace, art gallery and Thanjavur painting shops.
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Outstation190 km · 5–5.5 hrsKeralaMadurai to VagamonTravel from Madurai to Vagamon by car via Kumily for rolling meadows, pine forest, paragliding and quiet tea estates in the Idukki hills.
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Outstation215 km · 4–4.5 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to CoimbatoreHire a cab from Madurai to Coimbatore on NH 44 and the Dindigul–Palani route, for business, family trips or onward travel to Ooty.
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Outstation230 km · 4–4.5 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to NagercoilBook a cab from Madurai to Nagercoil on NH 44 for Nagaraja Temple, Padmanabhapuram Palace and quick access to Kanyakumari.
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Outstation245 km · 4–4.5 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to KanyakumariHire a cab from Madurai to Kanyakumari on NH 44 for sunrise at land's end, the Vivekananda Rock and the Thiruvalluvar statue.
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Outstation250 km · 5–5.5 hrsTamil NaduMadurai to VelankanniHire a cab from Madurai to Velankanni for the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health, the beach and Nagore Dargah, with an overnight option.
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Outstation300 km · 6–6.5 hrsKeralaMadurai to TrivandrumBook a one-way or round-trip cab from Madurai to Trivandrum via Tirunelveli and Nagercoil for Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Kovalam and flights.
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- Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Thirumalai Nayak Palace
- Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple
- Alagar Kovil
- Gandhi Memorial Museum
- Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam
Choose your vehicle
Airport runs, couples and small families on short trips.
The usual pick for family trips, ghat roads and long days on the highway.
Extra room and comfort for special occasions and senior guests.
Extended families, pilgrimage parties and office outings.
Weddings, school trips and temple tours with a big party.
Every car is air-conditioned and comes with an experienced driver. Our quote is all-inclusive — fuel, tolls, parking, interstate permit and driver batta — and is confirmed in writing before you book.
Local tips
- Phones and cameras are not allowed inside Meenakshi Temple; leave them in the car or at the counter.
- Wear clothing that covers shoulders and knees for temple visits.
- The Chithirai festival in April–May draws very large crowds; book early.
- October to March is the most comfortable time to travel.
Book a car in Madurai
Tell us the date, pickup point and plan. We confirm the car, the driver and one all-inclusive price.
