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

The cheapest way to get from Kātpādi to Varkala is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹2,900 and takes 12h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kātpādi to Varkala is to train and fly which takes 7h 35m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kātpādi and Varkala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kātpādi to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Katpadi Tamil Nadu and arriving at Varkala via Kempegowda Bus Station and Bengaluru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Kātpādi and Varkala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Katpadi Jn and arriving at Varkala. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 54m.

How far is it from Kātpādi to Varkala?

The distance between Kātpādi and Varkala is 807 km. The road distance is 654.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kātpādi to Varkala without a car is to train which takes 12h 54m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Kātpādi to Varkala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kātpādi to Varkala bus from?

Kātpādi to Varkala bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Katpadi Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Kātpādi to Varkala train from?

Kātpādi to Varkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Katpadi Jn station.

Train or bus from Kātpādi to Varkala?

The best way to get from Kātpādi to Varkala is to train which takes 12h 54m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹6,000 and takes 18h 29m.

Where does the Kātpādi to Varkala bus arrive?

Kātpādi to Varkala bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Bangalore station.

Where does the Kātpādi to Varkala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kātpādi to Varkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kātpādi to Varkala is 654 km. It takes approximately 10h 6m to drive from Kātpādi to Varkala.

Where can I stay near Varkala?

There are 691+ hotels available in Varkala.

Kātpādi to Varkala - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 9 ways to get from Kātpādi to Varkala by train, plane, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Trivandrum, train
best
1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Peramburtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
7h 35m
₹6,423–16,129
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Varkalatrain 12623 / ...
12h 54m
₹380–2,900
Bus
1. Take the bus from Katpadi Tamil Nadu to Bangalorebus Katpadi Tamil Nadu - Bangalore
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Varkalabus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 SLX Multi-Axle AC Sleeper
18h 29m
₹1,051–5,787
Drive 654.4 km
1. Drive from Kātpādi to Varkalacar 654.4 km
10h 6m
₹7,309–10,558
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Cochin International Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Peramburtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
3. Take the taxi from Kochi-Airport-COK to Varkalataxi
7h 42m
₹9,282–16,459
Train, bus to Kempegowda International Airport, fly to Trivandrum
1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Krishnarajapurmtrain
2. Take the bus from KR Pura station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
3. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane BLR - TRV
4. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
10h 7m
₹5,397–14,767
Train, bus to Kempegowda International Airport, fly to Cochin International Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Krishnarajapurmtrain
2. Take the bus from KR Pura station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
3. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane BLR - COK
4. Take the taxi from Kochi-Airport-COK to Varkalataxi
9h 59m
₹7,956–16,597
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Peramburtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
3. Take the train from Maniyachchi Jn to Varkalatrain
11h 3m
₹8,362–19,659
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Peramburtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
3. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Varkalatrain
12h 40m
₹5,862–16,379

Kātpādi to Varkala by train

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12h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 807.4 km
Duration: 7h 35m

What companies run services between Kātpādi, Tamil Nādu, India and Varkala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Katpadi Jn to Varkala 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹380–2,900 and the journey takes 12h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Katpadi Tamil Nadu to Varkala via Bangalore, Kempegowda Bus Station, KR Market, and Bengaluru in around 18h 29m.

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