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There are 5 ways to get from Melur to Velankanni by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Sivaganga to Vellankannitrain train 16361 / ...
    6h 22m
    ₹667–2,076
  2. Bus via Tiruchirappalli

    1. Take the bus from Madurai to Tiruchirappallibus bus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
    2. Take the bus from Tiruchirappalli to Velankanni Bus standbus bus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
    6h 36m
  3. Drive  202.8 km

    1. Drive from Melur to Velankannicar car 202.8 km
    3h 14m
    ₹1,984–2,866
  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Melur to Velankannitaxi taxi 202.8 km
    3h 14m
    ₹3,200–3,900
  5. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Madurai to Velankanni Bus standbus bus redbusIndia_NON AC Seater / Sleeper 2+1 / ...
    7h 27m

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What companies run services between Melur, Tamil Nādu, India and Velankanni, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Sivaganga to Vellankanni twice a week. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Melur to Velankanni Bus stand via FlixBus Madurai - Melur Bypass, FlixBus Madurai - Simmakal, Madurai, and Tiruchirappalli in around 6h 36m.

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