Chennai to Madurai Cab
One-way taxi from Chennai to Madurai — you pay for the drop, not the return.
- Distance460 km
- Travel time7.5 – 8.5 hours
- Sedan from₹6,840
- RouteNH-38 via Villupuram and Trichy, then NH-44 through Dindigul
Chennai to Madurai one-way taxi
Temple travel, family functions and the long southern run. A one-way cab from Chennai to Madurai puts the whole group in one vehicle with their luggage, door to door, instead of splitting across trains and taxis at both ends.
Chennai to Madurai taxi fare
| Vehicle | Passengers | One-way fare |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 1–4 passengers | ₹6,840 |
| SUV | 1–6 passengers | ₹8,220 |
| Innova Crysta | 1–6 passengers | ₹10,160 |
| Tempo Traveller | 9–12 passengers | ₹13,020 |
Includes driver charges, fuel, vehicle and driver allowance for the one-way trip. Toll charges, Inter-state permit where applicable, Parking charges, Waiting beyond 30 minutes at pickup are charged at actuals. Fares shown are for a one-way drop and are confirmed on booking. Toll, permit and parking are charged at actuals.
The drive
460 km · about 7.5 – 8.5 hours · NH-38 via Villupuram and Trichy, then NH-44 through Dindigul.
Many groups on this route stop at Trichy — Srirangam is roughly the halfway point and a natural break. Tell us at booking and the driver builds the stop into the schedule.
Pickup points in Chennai
- Chennai Airport (MAA)
- Central and Egmore railway stations
- T. Nagar and Nungambakkam
- Anna Nagar and Kilpauk
- OMR — Perungudi, Sholinganallur, Navalur
- ECR — Thiruvanmiyur to Uthandi
- Velachery and Guindy
- Tambaram, Chromepet and Pallavaram
- Porur and Poonamallee
- Ambattur and Avadi
Drop points in Madurai
- Madurai Airport (IXM)
- Temple-area hotels
- Mattuthavani bus stand
- Madurai Junction
- Anna Nagar and Villapuram
Local note. Chennai traffic decides your departure time more than the highway does. Leaving before 07:00 or after 10:30 typically saves 30–45 minutes on the way out of the city.
Why book this as a one-way drop?
A traditional outstation quote for Chennai to Madurai assumes the vehicle drives back — so you are billed for up to 920 km even though you travel 460. 1WAYDROP plans vehicles around one-way demand between these two cities, so your fare covers the leg you are actually on.
Frequently asked questions
Can we stop at Srirangam on the way?
Yes. Trichy sits at the midpoint of this route and a temple stop is a common request. A short halt is included; a long one is best mentioned at booking.
Is a Tempo Traveller available for this route?
Yes, and it is the usual choice for family groups of nine or more travelling to Madurai for a function.
How early do overnight trips start?
Most groups leave Chennai between 21:00 and 23:00 to reach Madurai by morning. A night allowance applies for these departures.
Travelling the other way?
One-way taxi from Madurai to Chennai, priced and written for that direction.