{"id":627,"date":"2025-07-24T06:45:40","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T06:45:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/?p=627"},"modified":"2025-07-24T06:45:42","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T06:45:42","slug":"maruthamalai-temple-timing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/maruthamalai-temple-timing\/","title":{"rendered":"Maruthamalai Temple Timing: Ticket Price, Location &amp; How to Reach"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Known for its pious and serene location, located in the foothills of the Western Ghats in Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, the Maruthamalai Temple attracts devotees from all over South India. Dedicated to Lord Murugan (also known as Subramanya or Kartikeya), the temple is known not only for its religious significance but for its beautiful natural surroundings, cool breeze and divine atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are planning to visit this temple, it is important to know the exact temple timings, Pooja schedule, and other useful tips to help you make the most of your visit. Through this article, we will share with you complete information about Maruthamalai Temple Timing and others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/maruthamalai-temple-timing\/#General_Information_about_Maruthamalai_Temple\" >General Information about Maruthamalai Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/maruthamalai-temple-timing\/#Maruthamalai_Temple_Timing\" >Maruthamalai Temple Timing&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/maruthamalai-temple-timing\/#Daily_Pooja_Timings\" >Daily Pooja Timings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/maruthamalai-temple-timing\/#Special_Days_Timings\" >Special Days &amp; Timings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/maruthamalai-temple-timing\/#Maruthamalai_Temple_Ticket\" >Maruthamalai Temple Ticket<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/maruthamalai-temple-timing\/#Maruthamalai_Temple_Location\" >Maruthamalai Temple Location&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/maruthamalai-temple-timing\/#Address_and_Contact\" >Address and Contact<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/maruthamalai-temple-timing\/#Location_Map_For_Maruthamalai_Temple\" >Location Map For Maruthamalai Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/maruthamalai-temple-timing\/#Facilities_Available_for_Visitors\" >Facilities Available for Visitors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/maruthamalai-temple-timing\/#Best_Time_to_Visit_the_Temple\" >Best Time to Visit the Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/maruthamalai-temple-timing\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"General_Information_about_Maruthamalai_Temple\"><\/span><strong>General Information about Maruthamalai Temple<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arulmigu Maruthamalai Subramaniaswamy Temple or also called Maruthamalai temple is one of the most popular hill temples dedicated to Lord Murugan. <strong>The word Maruthamalai means \u201cHill of Marudha Trees\u201d<\/strong>. This temple is located approximately <strong>12 kilometres from Coimbatore city.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lord Murugan is believed to have performed penance here, and devotees believe that prayers offered here bring relief from health problems especially related to mental health and illness. And also believed that here lord blesses childless couples and helps students in their education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This temple is also famous for its natural medicinal herbs that grow on the hill, which are believed to have healing properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maruthamalai_Temple_Timing\"><\/span><strong>Maruthamalai Temple Timing&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Maruthamalai-Temple-Timing-2-1024x614.webp\" alt=\"Maruthamalai Temple Timing\" class=\"wp-image-629\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Maruthamalai-Temple-Timing-2-1024x614.webp 1024w, https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Maruthamalai-Temple-Timing-2-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Maruthamalai-Temple-Timing-2-768x461.webp 768w, https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Maruthamalai-Temple-Timing-2.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Maruthamalai Temple Timing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The temple remains open everyday including weekends and public holidays. It follows a two-session schedule with a short break in the afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Morning session:<\/strong> 6.00 AM \u2013 1.00 PM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Afternoon Break: <\/strong>1.00 PM \u2013 2.00 PM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Evening Session: <\/strong>2.00 PM \u2013 7.00 PM<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note: <\/strong>The temple is closed in the afternoon for one hour, between 1-2 PM, so plan your visit accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Daily_Pooja_Timings\"><\/span><strong>Daily Pooja Timings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here various poojas and rituals are performed throughout the day. Each pooja has a specific spiritual significance and is performed at a fixed time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Pooja Name<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Timing<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Vishwaroopa Darshan<\/td><td>6.00 AM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kala Santhi Pooja<\/td><td>6.30 AM \u2013 7.15 AM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Uchikala Pooja<\/td><td>12.00 PM \u2013 12.30 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sayaratchai Pooja<\/td><td>5.00 PM \u2013 5.30 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Arthajama Pooja&nbsp;<\/td><td>6.00 PM \u2013 6.45 PM<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Attending these poojas can be spiritually enriching. Tickets for special poojas and offerings are available at the temple counter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Special_Days_Timings\"><\/span><strong>Special Days &amp; Timings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The temple is particularly crowded during:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tuesdays<\/strong> \u2013 Considered auspicious for Lord Murugan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thai Poosam<\/strong> \u2013 A major festival in January or February<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Panguni Uthiram <\/strong>\u2013 Usually in March or April<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Skanda Sashti <\/strong>\u2013 Six-day festival usually held in October or November<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On these special days, the temple opens early and may remain open longer depending on the event. Special poojas and processions also take place. It is advised to check the temple notice board or call ahead for exact festival timings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maruthamalai_Temple_Ticket\"><\/span><strong>Maruthamalai Temple Ticket<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually the general entry for darshan in Maruthamalai Temple is free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, you have to pay for special darshan for which tickets are available at the temple counter. The ticket cost for special darshan is around \u20b950 to \u20b9100 depending on the type of darshan or pooja.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For archana or abhishekam, you can purchase tickets starting from \u20b910 to \u20b9500 depending on the ritual.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can also sponsor poojas or offer items like flowers, coconuts, ghee lamps, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can get tickets from the ticket counter which is near the entrance. During festivals, online booking options may also be made available through temple websites or the HR&amp;CE department portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maruthamalai_Temple_Location\"><\/span><strong>Maruthamalai Temple Location&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The temple is well connected and easy to reach from all parts of Coimbatore. The exact location of Maruthamalai temple is Maruthamalai Sri Subrahmanya Swamy Temple Road, Marudhamalai Adivaram in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Bus:<\/strong> Frequent buses run from Gandhipuram and Ukkadam bus stands to Maruthamalai foothill.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By Auto or Cab:<\/strong> Autos and cabs are available throughout the city. It takes around 30-40 minutes from the city centre.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By own vehicle:<\/strong> You can drive up the hill via a well-maintained road. Parking is available near the temple entrance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Address_and_Contact\"><\/span><strong>Address and Contact<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maruthamalai Temple<\/strong><br>Maruthamalai Adivaram,<br>Coimbatore \u2013 641046,<br>Tamil Nadu, India.<br><strong>Phone<\/strong>: +91-422-2422490<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Location_Map_For_Maruthamalai_Temple\"><\/span><strong>Location Map For Maruthamalai Temple<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m12!1m8!1m3!1d31327.95384364267!2d76.851854!3d11.039059!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!2m1!1sMaruthamalai%20Temple%20Maruthamalai%20Adivaram%2C%20Coimbatore%20%E2%80%93%20641046%2C%20Tamil%20Nadu%2C%20India.!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sin!4v1753337977744!5m2!1sen!2sin\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Facilities_Available_for_Visitors\"><\/span><strong>Facilities Available for Visitors<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here you can easily get many facilities, some of which are as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Footwear stands at both the foothill and hilltop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resting spots along the steps for those who climb.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shops selling pooja items, flowers, prasadam, and snacks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clean drinking water and toilets at designated areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parking space for two-wheelers and cars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elderly people or visitors with health conditions can easily reach the top by vehicle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Visit_the_Temple\"><\/span><strong>Best Time to Visit the Temple<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the temple is open throughout the year, the most comfortable time to visit is between <strong>October and March<\/strong>, when the weather is cooler.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The early morning visits from 6 AM to 8 AM are ideal for a peaceful darshan without the crowd. Evenings, especially around sunset, are also a beautiful time to visit as the temple is lit up and devotional music fills the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note: Avoid noon hours during summer months, especially if you plan to climb the steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A visit to Maruthamalai Temple is not just about offering prayers, it is a full spiritual experience. The scenic location, the chanting of hymns, the soft hill breeze, and the calmness of the temple make it a refreshing break from city life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you\u2019re visiting for the first time or have been here before, Maruthamalai always gives a sense of peace and blessings. Knowing the temple timings, pooja schedule, and visiting tips can make your trip smoother and more fulfilling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also read about: <a href=\"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/akshardham-timing\/\">Akshardham Timing: Ticket Price, Water Show &amp; Best Time to Visit<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Known for its pious and serene location, located in the foothills of the Western Ghats in Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, the Maruthamalai [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":628,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-627","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-places-to-visit"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/627","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=627"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/627\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":630,"href":"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/627\/revisions\/630"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/628"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=627"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=627"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trippdiary.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=627"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}