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

The cheapest way to get from Manipal to Varkala is to train which costs ₹550 - ₹3,700 and takes 12h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manipal to Varkala is to drive which takes 9h 44m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Manipal and Varkala?

No, there is no direct bus from Manipal to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Manipal and arriving at Kallamballam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Manipal and Varkala?

No, there is no direct train from Manipal to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Udupi and arriving at Varkala via Kollam Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 19m.

How far is it from Manipal to Varkala?

The distance between Manipal and Varkala is 659 km. The road distance is 623 km.

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

The best way to get from Manipal to Varkala without a car is to train which takes 12h 19m and costs ₹550 - ₹3,700.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Manipal to Varkala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Varkala bus from?

Manipal to Varkala bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Manipal station.

Where do I catch the Manipal to Varkala train from?

Manipal to Varkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Udupi station.

Train or bus from Manipal to Varkala?

The best way to get from Manipal to Varkala is to train which takes 12h 19m and costs ₹550 - ₹3,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,400 - ₹2,900 and takes 16h 10m.

Where does the Manipal to Varkala bus arrive?

Manipal to Varkala bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Kallamballam station.

Where does the Manipal to Varkala train arrive?

Manipal to Varkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kollam Jn station.

Can I drive from Manipal to Varkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Manipal to Varkala is 623 km. It takes approximately 9h 44m to drive from Manipal to Varkala.

Where can I stay near Varkala?

There are 681+ hotels available in Varkala.

Manipal to Varkala - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Manipal to Varkala by bus, plane, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, fly, train
best
1. Take the bus from Manipal, Karnataka to Mangaluru, Karnatakabus
2. Fly from Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane IXE - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
6h 23m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Udupi to Kollam Jntrain 12201 / ...
12h 19m
₹565–3,648
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Kallamballambus
16h 10m
₹1,444–2,875
Drive 623 km
1. Drive from Manipal to Varkalacar 623 km
9h 44m
₹7,059–10,196
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manipal to Varkalataxi 623 km
9h 44m
₹13,000–17,000
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manipal to Mangalorebus
2. Take the train from Mangalore to Varkalatrain 16603 / ...
13h 42m
₹801–4,423
Bus via Kozhikode
1. Take the bus from Manipal, Karnataka to Mangaluru, Karnatakabus
2. Take the bus from Mangaluru, Karnataka to Kozhikode, Keralabus
3. Take the bus from Kozhikode, Kerala to Varkala(kerala), Keralabus
17h 8m

Bajpe Airport (IXE) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

9Weekly Planes

2h 22mAverage Duration

₹9,998Cheapest Price

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Distance: 658.6 km
Duration: 6h 23m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Udupi to Kollam Jn 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹330–2,600 and the journey takes 11h 13m. Alternatively, Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Manipal to Kallamballam once daily. Tickets cost ₹1,100–2,500 and the journey takes 15h 54m.

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