The Papanasam(Tirunelveli) to Madurai bus route covers approximately 184 kms and takes about 5 hrs 26 mins. A total of 4 direct buses operated by 4 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 16:00, and the last bus leaves at 19:50.
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Major boarding points in Papanasam(Tirunelveli) include Papanasam, while common drop locations in Madurai are Bus Stand, K K Nagar, Madurai, Mattuthavani, Nagamalai Pudukkottai, Others, Tallakulam.
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RTC and private operators such as (SBLT) Shri Bhagiyalakshimi Travels (MAARA) offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 494 - INR 1250.00 depending on the bus type and features.



