Madurai to Trivandrum Distance

Madurai is one of the oldest and culturally rich cities in the Indian state of Tamilnadu. This city is a pilgrimage centre for many tourists as there are over 10 major temples here. The temples are built in the Dravidian style architecture by Madurai Nayak and Pandyan kings.  
Best time to visit
Madurai experiences a hot climate most of the year. Thus, it’s best to visit the city during the winter months. You can consider visiting here anytime between October and March. Chennai to Madurai flights is one of the busiest routes in south India.
Places to visit
Dedicated to goddess Meenakshi, Meenakshi Temple or Meenakshi Amman Temple is the major centre for pilgrims in Madurai located on the southern bank of Vagai River. The temple is beautifully constructed with the colourful intricate carvings on the pillars and walls. `Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple is another popular temple located in Thiruparankundram, which is about 8kms from Madurai. This cave temple is known to be built by Pandyas and boasts of the beautiful architecture. In Madurai, you can also visit the Gandhi Museum, Samanar Hills and Vaigai Dam apart from temples. Book your Madurai hotel near temple from Goibibo.
Hotels and Restaurants
Madurai is called the food capital of Tamil Nadu as it offers a huge variety of cuisines. When it comes to local ones, some of the must-try delicacies are Chettinadu varieties like Kuzhi Paniyaram, Appam, Paruthi Paal, Bengal Fish Curry and Panakarkandu Paal. Also, your trip is incomplete without sipping, Madurai’s famous filter coffee.

Madurai offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Madurai to Luxury Hotels in Madurai / Resorts in Madurai, from 5 star Madurai hotels to service apartments, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Madurai to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Madurai, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Madurai for stay are near Madurai Airport, Madurai Junction, Madurai Main, KK Nagar and Anna Nagar. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.

Transportation
Transportation facilities are great inside Madurai as all kinds of transport are available easily and frequently. Madurai International Airport ( IXM) is situated at a distance of 12kms from Madurai Railway Station. It has good connectivity with almost all the cities. There are also frequent international air services by Air India Express, Spicejet, Indigo and Air India to Colombo, Dubai, Sri Lanka and Singapore. The same airlines also serve from Delhi and Mumbai to Madurai. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online via various websites. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on these websites. So for the cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Madurai Junction Railway Station is the main railway station serving the city. Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore and Delhi are well-connected with Madurai via rail network. City has several luxury and ordinary Madurai buses plying to and from the important cities of Tamilnadu, Karnataka and Kerala.

Thiruvananthapuram, also known as Trivandrum, is the capital city of the South-Indian state Kerala. It is a major commercial and educational hub boasting many corporate buildings and institutions of technology. It is a metropolis with a modern edge, boasting of divine temples, captivating beaches, well-kept palaces and museums. Usually referred to its colonial name - Trivandrum, the city maintains its heritage value and the colonial remains. Food is one of the reasons that lure tourists to visit this city.
 
Best Time to Visit
The energetic city of Trivandrum has a tropical climate. Hence, the months from October to February are optimum to visit. Tourists looking forward to witnessing the Onam Festival can visit the city in the months of August or September as well. Book your Trivandrum hotel before your visit to avoid last-minute high prices.
 
Places to Visit
Each attraction of this city has a unique story of its own. The Padmanabhaswamy Temple is a must-visit temple that is dedicated to the Hindu Lord Vishnu. This temple is known to be very divine that fulfils every devotee’s wishes. Other popular Places to Visit include Kuthira Malika Palace, Napier Museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery, Ramanayar Palace Museum, The Padmanabhapuram Palace. Shanghumukham Beach and Kovalam Beach (17 km from the city) are best beaches to enjoy the captivating views of the sunset, sunrise and leisurely listen the tidal waves.
 
Food and Restaurants
The cuisine of Trivandrum reflects both traditional and western influence. Seafood tops the charts among other traditional South-Indian food. Authentic food is often served on a banana leaf that makes the entire experience more traditional and memorable. Coconut is in abundance here, so be ready to find it in mostly all dishes. Some of the popular restaurants to must-visit are Curry Chatty, Nivedya-Cafe Udupi, Hotel Aryaas, Zam Zam Restaurant, Villa Maya and Mothers Veg Plaza. Thakkaram and Cherries and Berries are good for hangout and enjoy snacks.
 
Transportation
Trivandrum is a cosmopolitan city well-equipped with transportation facilities. For travel via air, plenty of international as well as domestic air links are in operation that connect to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV). Located near the main city, the airport serves both domestic flights as well as international flights. It is connected with several flights to Singapore, Sri Lanka, the Maldives and the Middle East. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Trivandrum Railway Station receives several local and long-distance trains from many important cities of India throughout the day. A number of intercity Trivandrum buses operate connecting many cities of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.