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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Varkala is to train which costs ₹230 - ₹1,800 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Varkala is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,300.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Varkala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Varkala(kerala), Kerala. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Varkala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Varkala. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Madurai to Varkala?

The distance between Madurai and Varkala is 342 km. The road distance is 261.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Varkala without a car is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs ₹230 - ₹1,800.

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

The train from Madurai Jn to Varkala takes 6h 21m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Varkala bus from?

Madurai to Varkala bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Varkala train from?

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

Train or bus from Madurai to Varkala?

The best way to get from Madurai to Varkala is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs ₹230 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Madurai to Varkala bus arrive?

Madurai to Varkala bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, arrive at Varkala(kerala), Kerala station.

Where does the Madurai to Varkala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madurai to Varkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Varkala is 262 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Madurai to Varkala.

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

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Where can I stay near Varkala?

There are 669+ hotels available in Varkala.

Madurai to Varkala - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Madurai to Varkala by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Varkalatrain 16127 / ...
6h 21m
₹230–1,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Varkala(kerala), Keralabus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Varkala(kerala), Kerala
7h 20m
Drive 261.7 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Varkalacar 261.7 km
4h 8m
₹2,927–4,227
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Varkalataxi 261.7 km
4h 8m
₹4,300–5,500

Madurai to Varkala by train

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6h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 341.7 km
Duration: 6h 21m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Varkala 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 6h 21m. Alternatively, SBM Traansport operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Varkala(kerala), Kerala hourly, and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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