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How To Reach Rameswaram

How to Reach Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, India

By Train:

Rameswaram Railway Station (RMM) is the nearest railway station and is well-connected to major cities in India. Direct or connecting trains are available from various parts of the country. The station is located in the city itself, making it convenient for travelers to reach their destination.

By Flight:

The nearest airport to Rameswaram is Madurai Airport (IXM), located approximately 175 kilometers away. From Madurai, one can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Rameswaram. There aren't direct flights to Rameswaram, so travelers will have to fly to Madurai and then take a road journey.

By Road:

Rameswaram is connected by road to various cities and towns in Tamil Nadu. The Pamban Bridge connects the island to the mainland and is a scenic route for road travel. Private and government bus services, as well as taxis, are readily available to and from Rameswaram.

How to Reach Rameswaram from India's Top 10 Cities

  1. Mumbai

    Flight: Fly to Madurai Airport, then proceed by road (175 km).

    Train: Direct trains like the Rameswaram Express are available to Rameswaram.

    Road: Approximately 1598 km. Suggested route is Mumbai - Pune - Bengaluru - Salem - Madurai - Rameswaram, with stopovers in Bengaluru and Madurai.

  2. Delhi

    Flight: Fly to Madurai Airport, then proceed by road.

    Train: Take a train to Madurai Junction and then a connecting train to Rameswaram.

    Road: Approximately 2691 km. Suggested route is Delhi - Agra - Nagpur - Hyderabad - Bengaluru - Madurai - Rameswaram, with stopovers in Hyderabad and Madurai.

  3. Kolkata

    Flight: Fly to Madurai Airport, then proceed by road.

    Train: Trains like Sethu Express can be taken to reach Rameswaram.

    Road: Approximately 2446 km. Suggested route is Kolkata - Visakhapatnam - Chennai - Madurai - Rameswaram, with stopovers in Visakhapatnam and Chennai.

  4. Bengaluru

    Flight: Fly to Madurai Airport, then proceed by road.

    Train: Trains are available from Bengaluru to Rameswaram.

    Road: Approximately 560 km. Suggested route is Bengaluru - Salem - Madurai - Rameswaram, with a possible stopover in Madurai.

  5. Chennai

    Flight: Fly to Madurai Airport, then proceed by road.

    Train: Direct trains such as the Sethu Express are available from Chennai to Rameswaram.

    Road: Approximately 558 km. Suggested route is Chennai - Villupuram - Trichy - Pudukkottai - Rameswaram, with a possible stopover in Trichy.

  6. Hyderabad

    Flight: Fly to Madurai Airport, then proceed by road.

    Train: Take a train to Chennai or Madurai and then another to Rameswaram.

    Road: Approximately 1031 km. Suggested route is Hyderabad - Bengaluru - Salem - Madurai - Rameswaram, with stopovers in Bengaluru and Madurai.

  7. Ahmedabad

    Flight: Fly to Madurai Airport, then proceed by road.

    Train: Take a train to Madurai and then a connecting train to Rameswaram.

    Road: Approximately 1897 km. Suggested route is Ahmedabad - Mumbai - Pune - Bengaluru - Salem - Madurai - Rameswaram, with stopovers in Mumbai and Bengaluru.

  8. Pune

    Flight: Fly to Madurai Airport, then proceed by road.

    Train: Trains such as the Rameswaram Express are available with a changeover in Madurai.

    Road: Approximately 1325 km. Suggested route is Pune - Bengaluru - Salem - Madurai - Rameswaram, with stopovers in Bengaluru and Madurai.

  9. Jaipur

    Flight: Fly to Madurai Airport, then proceed by road.

    Train: No direct train available. Connect through major cities like Chennai or Madurai.

    Road: Approximately 2467 km. Suggested route is Jaipur - Udaipur - Mumbai - Pune - Bengaluru - Salem - Madurai - Rameswaram, with stopovers in Udaipur, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.

  10. Surat

    Flight: Fly to Madurai Airport, then proceed by road.

    Train: No direct train. Changeover in stations like Mumbai or Chennai is required.

    Road: Approximately 1706 km. Suggested route is Surat - Mumbai - Pune - Bengaluru - Salem - Madurai - Rameswaram, with stopovers in Mumbai and Bengaluru.

Please note that travel details such as distances and routes are approximate and subject to change. It is advisable to check current connectivity and road conditions before planning your trip.

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