About Coimbatore
Madurai to Coimbatore distnce : 218 km
Estimated travel time : 4.7 hours
Madurai to Coimbatore is a very popular route among tourists of various interests. Coimbatore, termed as โManchester of South India', is perfect destination for holiday as it has everything from temples to modern buildings, from beautiful mountains to waterfalls, delicious cuisine and pleasant weather.
Coimbatore, also known as Kovai, is situated on banks of River Noyyal. The official name of Coimbatore has been changed to Koyampuththoor which is near to its ancient Tamil name. Coimbatore houses 112 feet tall statue of Lord Shiva. Adiyogi Shiva Statue is main attraction of town. Devotees from all over country floccked here for prayers. Adventure lover tourists can enjoy camping and trekking. Coimbatore offers some of best trekking trails. One can explore Dhoni Hills, the Vellari Mala, the Perumal Peak, and the Thalaiyar Falls trek. The famous hill station, Ooty, is just 70 km from Coimbatore. It is the disembarking point for those who want to take the Mountain train that runs from Mettupalayam. Coimbatore is also known for its textile industry. Coimbatore is also home of Sadguru's famous Isha Yoga Centre.
Taxi from Madurai to Coimbatore is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Madurai to Coimbatore by car is well connected through NH44 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Madurai to Coimbatore distance is 218 Km and is 4.7 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
Vadipatti - Arulmigu Sri Vellimalaiyan Temple, Mettu Perumal Kovil, Church
Sirumalai - Annai Velankanni Church, Sirumalai Lake, Observation Tower, Sanjeevani Hills, Saathiyar Basin, Vellimalai Murugan Temple, Khandige Estate
Chinnalapatti - Arulmigu Sounderajaperumal Temple,Sirumalai Reserved Forest,Poombarai Viewing Point,Arulmigu Sri Kottai Mariamman Thirukoil, Maruthanathi Dam,Manjalar Dam
Dindigul - Rock Fort, Hanumantharayankottai falls, Mosque, St Antony's Church
Naganampatty - Ramaswamy Sidhdhar Jeeva Samadhi Temple, Kali Temple, Shri Sivan Temple
Kallimandayam - Varatharaaja Perumal kovil, Church, Parks & Gardens
Dharapuram - Sri Kaadu Hanumantharaya Swamy Temple, Amaravathi River, Shri Murugan Temple, Shiv Temple
Palladam - Arulmigu Eachanari Vinayagar Temple
Sulur - Kumaran Kottam Temple, Perumal Temple, Vaitheeswaran Temple, and Mahakali Amman Temple