The total distance between Pune and Rameshwaram is 1474 kms and there several ways to cover that distance. Since there is no airport in Rameshwaram, you will have to resort to the next best option that is in Madurai. The distance between Madurai and Rameshwaram is only 149 kms and from here there are several buses that run on a frequent basis, to reach Rameshwaram. You can also choose to travel in a combination of flights, trains and buses to save time and money. We have compiled an elaborate account of travel mediums from Pune to Rameshwaram. Read on to find out more.
Madurai Airport is the nearest airport as there is no independent airport in Rameshwaram. So the best option is to take a flight from Pune to Madurai. The aerial distance between 1062 kms and then Rameshwaram is just 149 kms from Madurai that can be covered in a bus. Although, there are very few direct flights and most of these flights are either Via or Stop Over flights. Major operators on the route are Go Air, Air India, Indigo, Spicejet and more.
Departure Airport: Pune International Airport Arrival Airport: Madurai International Airport Starting Ticket Fares: INR 3395 Approx. Time Taken: 5 hours to 17 hours (1+ Stops)
Once you deboard in Madurai, then you can take a bus from here to Rameshwaram. The total distance of around 150 kms is covered in 3 to 4 hours. And there are several buses that ply on the route on a frequent basis.
Starting Ticket Prices: INR 200 Approx. Time Taken: 3 hours to 4 hours
2. Pune to Rameshwaram in Train and Bus
There are no direct trains from Pune to Rameshwaram. So, you can take a train from Pune to Madurai, which is the nearest railway station to Rameshwaram. However, the catch is that there are only two trains that run on this route and you will have to plan your journey accordingly. Have a look at the details.
Train 1: Nagarcoil Exp
Boarding Station: Pune Jn Deboarding Station: Madurai Jn Frequency of Train: Wed, Thu, Fri & Sun Approx. Ticket Fares: INR 600 Approximate Train Duration: 28 hours 35 minutes
Train 2: Tirunelveli Exp
Boarding Station: Pune Jn Deboarding Station: Madurai Jn Frequency of Train: Wed, Thu & Sun Approx. Ticket Fares: INR 610 Approximate Train Duration: 30 hours 55 minutes
Once you deboard at Madurai, there are several local buses available at Madurai that can take you to Rameshwaram. The total journey of 149 kms can be covered in 3 to 4 hours. Refer to the above section for details.
3. Pune to Rameshwaram in Bus
You can travel from Pune to Rameshwaram by bus. Although there is no direct bus between the two places. But there are interconnecting buses from Pune to Rameshwaram via Madurai. Also, there is only a single bus available from Pune to Madurai. Have a look!
Route 1: Pune to Madurai
Bus Name: SRS Travel Boarding Point: Wakhad Ginger Hotel Deboarding Point: Kalavasai Starting Ticket Fare: INR 1900 Approx. Time Taken: 24 hours and 00 minutes
Route 2: Madurai to Rameshwaram
Once you get down at Madurai, there are several buses that ply on the Madurai - Rameshwaram route. The distance of 149 kms is covered in 3 to 4 hours. Refer to the above section for details.