What is the cheapest way to get from Kovalam Point to Varkala?

The cheapest way to get from Kovalam Point to Varkala is to train which costs ₹1,200 - ₹4,100 and takes 14h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kovalam Point to Varkala?

The fastest way to get from Kovalam Point to Varkala is to bus and fly and train which takes 6h 34m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹16,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kovalam Point and Varkala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kovalam Point to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Kovalam Bus Stand and arriving at Varkala(kerala), Kerala via Chennai, Tamil Nadu and Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Kovalam Point and Varkala?

No, there is no direct train from Kovalam Point to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Tambaram and arriving at Varkala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 21m.

How far is it from Kovalam Point to Varkala?

The distance between Kovalam Point and Varkala is 705 km. The road distance is 689.3 km.

How do I travel from Kovalam Point to Varkala without a car?

The best way to get from Kovalam Point to Varkala without a car is to train which takes 14h 21m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹4,100.

How long does it take to get from Kovalam Point to Varkala?

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Kovalam Point to Varkala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kovalam Point to Varkala bus from?

Kovalam Point to Varkala bus services, operated by MTC, depart from Kovalam Bus Stand station.

Where do I catch the Kovalam Point to Varkala train from?

Kovalam Point to Varkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Tambaram station.

Train or bus from Kovalam Point to Varkala?

The best way to get from Kovalam Point to Varkala is to train which takes 14h 21m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹4,100. Alternatively, you can bus via Madurai, which costs and takes 18h 40m.

Where does the Kovalam Point to Varkala bus arrive?

Kovalam Point to Varkala bus services, operated by MTC, arrive at Kannagi Statue station.

Where does the Kovalam Point to Varkala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kovalam Point to Varkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kovalam Point to Varkala is 689 km. It takes approximately 10h 28m to drive from Kovalam Point to Varkala.

Where can I stay near Varkala?

There are 700+ hotels available in Varkala.

Kovalam Point to Varkala - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Kovalam Point to Varkala by bus, plane, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, fly to Trivandrum, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kovalam Toll to Olympia IT Parkbus
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
6h 34m
₹6,612–16,005
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tambaram to Varkalatrain 20635 / ...
14h 21m
₹1,221–4,071
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Kovalam Bus Stand to Kannagi Statuebus 109
2. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Varkala(kerala), Keralabus
18h 40m
Drive 689.3 km
1. Drive from Kovalam Point to Varkalacar 689.3 km
10h 28m
₹7,799–11,265
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 22m
₹8,551–21,535
Fly to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the train from Aluva to Varkalatrain
10h 10m
₹6,201–12,395
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kovalam Bus Stand to Kannagi Statuebus 109
2. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Varkala(kerala), Keralabus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Varkala(kerala), Kerala
19h 13m
₹1,815–3,349

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

22Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

₹6,196Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Kovalam Point to Varkala.

Launch map view

Distance: 705.2 km
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Kovalam Point, India and Varkala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Tambaram to Varkala twice daily. Tickets cost ₹400–3,100 and the journey takes 13h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kovalam Bus Stand to Varkala(kerala), Kerala via Kannagi Statue, Thiruvallikeni, Chennai Park Town, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and Madurai, Tamil Nadu in around 18h 40m.

Airlines