Chennai to Rameswaram by Urbania
Cross the iconic Pamban Bridge to one of India's holiest islands — the Ramanathaswamy Temple's endless corridors, the ghost town of Dhanushkodi and the meeting of two seas.
A glimpse from our recent trips across this route.
01The Route
Getting there
Via Trichy and Madurai on NH38/NH87 — most groups combine Rameswaram with a Madurai darshan.
Top highlights
- Ramanathaswamy Temple & its 22 theerthams
- Pamban Bridge views
- Dhanushkodi & Arichal Munai land's end
- Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Memorial
- Agni Theertham beach
02Suggested Itinerary
The 3-day plan we recommend
A starting point — swap halts, add temples, extend a day.
Day 1: long drive via Madurai, evening arrival and Agni Theertham
Day 2: early theertham snanam and main darshan, afternoon Dhanushkodi run to land's end
Day 3: Kalam Memorial, Pamban viewpoint, return drive to Chennai
The 22-theertham ritual means you will be drenched — keep a change of clothes handy in the van.
03Fare Estimate
Chennai to Rameswaram — all five variants
Estimates at minimum billing. Final quote in writing before you pay.
| Urbania variant | Seats | Rate | Billed kms* | Estimated fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Urbania | 12 / 14 / 16 Seater | ₹38/km | 1220 km | ₹46,360 |
| Premium Urbania | 12 / 15 Seater | ₹45/km | 1220 km | ₹54,900 |
| Luxury Urbania | 9 / 10 Seater | ₹55/km | 1220 km | ₹67,100 |
| Luxury Urbania — Massage Seats | 9 / 10 Seater | ₹60/km | 1220 km | ₹73,200 |
| Ultra Luxury Urbania | 8 / 9 Seater | ₹65/km | 1220 km | ₹79,300 |
*Billed kilometres = actual round-trip distance or 300 km × 3 days, whichever is higher (≈1220 km round trip). Driver bata, toll, parking and permits extra at actuals. Final quote shared in writing before booking.
04Nearby Routes