Madurai is a historic city accessible from Hyderabad via a 1100 km route. You can take a train from Secunderabad to Madurai Junction. Driving involves taking NH 44 through Bangalore and Salem. The journey takes about 18 to 20 hours by train. It is famous for the Meenakshi Amman Temple.
Total Distance: 1100 km by road and 950 km straight-line air distance.
Book your tickets well in advance.
October to March, when the weather is pleasant.