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

The cheapest way to get from Kanchipuram to Varkala is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹4,000 and takes 15h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kanchipuram to Varkala is to line 16111 train and fly and train which takes 6h 45m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kanchipuram and Varkala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kanchipuram to Varkala station. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Kanchipuram - Bus Stand and arriving at FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station via FlixBus Chennai - Chengalpattu Toll. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kanchipuram and Varkala?

No, there is no direct train from Kanchipuram to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Kanchipuram East and arriving at Varkala via Chengalpattu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 10m.

How far is it from Kanchipuram to Varkala?

The distance between Kanchipuram and Varkala is 734 km. The road distance is 659.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kanchipuram to Varkala without a car is to train which takes 15h 10m and costs ₹500 - ₹4,000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Kanchipuram to Varkala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kanchipuram to Varkala bus from?

Kanchipuram to Varkala bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Chennai - Chengalpattu Toll station.

Where do I catch the Kanchipuram to Varkala train from?

Kanchipuram to Varkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chengalpattu station.

Train or bus from Kanchipuram to Varkala?

The best way to get from Kanchipuram to Varkala is to train which takes 15h 10m and costs ₹500 - ₹4,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,100 - ₹3,800 and takes 17h 5m.

Where does the Kanchipuram to Varkala bus arrive?

Kanchipuram to Varkala bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station.

Where does the Kanchipuram to Varkala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kanchipuram to Varkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanchipuram to Varkala is 660 km. It takes approximately 10h 8m to drive from Kanchipuram to Varkala.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kanchipuram to Varkala?

Book your Kanchipuram to Varkala bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Varkala?

There are 671+ hotels available in Varkala.

Kanchipuram to Varkala - 8 ways to travel via train, line 16111 train

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There are 8 ways to get from Kanchipuram to Varkala by train, plane, bus (Flixbus), car, taxi, or bus

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Line 16111 train, fly to Trivandrum, train
best
1. Take the train from Kanchipuram East to Chengalpattutrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
6h 45m
₹6,380–14,938
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chengalpattu to Varkalatrain 20635 / ...
15h 10m
₹509–3,918
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Chengalpattu Toll to FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Stationbus FlixBus IN5530
17h 5m
₹1,159–3,788
Drive 659.7 km
1. Drive from Kanchipuram to Varkalacar 659.7 km
10h 8m
₹6,417–9,269
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kanchipuram to Varkalataxi 659.7 km
10h 8m
₹10,000–13,000
Fly to Cochin International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the taxi from Kochi-Airport-COK to Varkalataxi
6h 57m
₹9,739–16,268
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
2. Take the train from Maniyachchi Jn to Varkalatrain
10h 23m
₹8,819–18,468
Bus via Bengaluru
1. Take the bus from Kanchipuram to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 SLX Multi-Axle AC Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Varkalabus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 SLX Multi-Axle AC Sleeper / ...
19h 25m

Kanchipuram to Varkala by train

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15h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 733.5 km
Duration: 6h 45m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chengalpattu to Varkala twice daily. Tickets cost ₹390–3,000 and the journey takes 13h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus India operates a bus from FlixBus Chennai - Chengalpattu Toll to FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost ₹1,000–3,600 and the journey takes 15h 10m.

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