What is the cheapest way to get from Kakkanad to Varkala?

The cheapest way to get from Kakkanad to Varkala is to train via Ernakulam Town which costs ₹480 - ₹1,800 and takes 3h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kakkanad to Varkala?

The fastest way to get from Kakkanad to Varkala is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs ₹1,900 - ₹2,800.

Is there a direct bus between Kakkanad and Varkala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kakkanad to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam and arriving at Kollam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Kakkanad and Varkala?

No, there is no direct train from Kakkanad to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Varkala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Kakkanad to Varkala?

The distance between Kakkanad and Varkala is 175 km. The road distance is 169.8 km.

How do I travel from Kakkanad to Varkala without a car?

The best way to get from Kakkanad to Varkala without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,800.

How long does it take to get from Kakkanad to Varkala?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Kakkanad to Varkala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kakkanad to Varkala bus from?

Kakkanad to Varkala bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Ernakulam station.

Where do I catch the Kakkanad to Varkala train from?

Kakkanad to Varkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ernakulam Jn station.

Train or bus from Kakkanad to Varkala?

The best way to get from Kakkanad to Varkala is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs ₹500 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹600 - ₹1,600 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Kakkanad to Varkala bus arrive?

Kakkanad to Varkala bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Kollam station.

Where does the Kakkanad to Varkala train arrive?

Kakkanad to Varkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varkala station.

Can I drive from Kakkanad to Varkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kakkanad to Varkala is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Kakkanad to Varkala.

Where can I stay near Varkala?

There are 653+ hotels available in Varkala.

Kakkanad to Varkala - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kakkanad to Varkala by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Jn to Varkalatrain 12075 / ...
3h 1m
₹533–1,741
Train via Ernakulam Town
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ernakulam Town to Varkalatrain 12623 / ...
3h 44m
₹484–1,772
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ernakulam to Kollambus
4h 35m
₹598–1,537
Drive 169.8 km
1. Drive from Kakkanad to Varkalacar 169.8 km
2h 44m
₹1,909–2,758
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kakkanad to Varkalataxi 169.8 km
2h 44m
₹3,500–4,200

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Distance: 174.8 km
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Kakkanad, India and Varkala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Varkala every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation operates a bus from Ernakulam to Kollam once daily. Tickets cost ₹160–250 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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