Traveling from the hills of Darjeeling to the temple city of Madurai is a massive cross-country journey. You must travel from Darjeeling to NJP station, then board a train to Chennai or directly to Madurai if available. Flights from Bagdogra to Madurai involve at least one stopover. The route covers the eastern coast of India before heading inland to Madurai.
Total Distance: Driving distance 2550 km, Air distance 2050 km.
Check for the weekly Coromandel Express schedule.
November to February to avoid the intense heat of Tamil Nadu.