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

The cheapest way to get from Ongole to Varkala is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹3,900 and takes 20h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ongole to Varkala is to train and fly which takes 10h 33m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ongole and Varkala?

No, there is no direct bus from Ongole to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Ongole and arriving at Varkala(kerala), Kerala via Salem, Tamil Nadu and Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Ongole and Varkala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ongole and arriving at Varkala. Services depart once a week, and operate Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 20h 34m.

How far is it from Ongole to Varkala?

The distance between Ongole and Varkala is 1096 km. The road distance is 998 km.

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

The best way to get from Ongole to Varkala without a car is to train which takes 20h 34m and costs ₹500 - ₹3,900.

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

The train from Ongole to Varkala takes 20h 34m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Ongole to Varkala bus from?

Ongole to Varkala bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Ongole - Bypass station.

Where do I catch the Ongole to Varkala train from?

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

Train or bus from Ongole to Varkala?

The best way to get from Ongole to Varkala is to train which takes 20h 34m and costs ₹500 - ₹3,900. Alternatively, you can bus via Salem, which costs and takes 22h 39m.

Where does the Ongole to Varkala bus arrive?

Ongole to Varkala bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu Canara Bank station.

Where does the Ongole to Varkala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ongole to Varkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Ongole to Varkala is 998 km. It takes approximately 15h to drive from Ongole to Varkala.

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

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Where can I stay near Varkala?

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Ongole to Varkala - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ongole to Varkalatrain 12660
20h 34m
₹500–3,900
Bus via Salem
1. Take the bus from Ongole to Salembus
2. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Varkala(kerala), Keralabus
22h 39m
Drive 998 km
1. Drive from Ongole to Varkalacar 998 km
15h
₹11,197–16,173
Train to Vijayawada Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Ongole to Vijayawada Jntrain
2. Fly from Vijayawada Airport (VGA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane VGA - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
12h 58m
₹9,299–17,924
Train via Thiruvananthapuram
1. Take the train from Ongole to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain 12660 / ...
2. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain 16606 / ...
20h 52m
₹648–4,907
Bus
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Ongole - Bypass to FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu Canara Bankbus FlixBus IN5212 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Varkala(kerala), Keralabus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Varkala(kerala), Kerala
23h 6m
₹2,198–3,883
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Ongole to Chennai Centraltrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
10h 33m
₹6,386–12,745
Bus to Hyderabad, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Ongole to LB Nagarbus
2. Fly from Hyderabad (HYD) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane HYD - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
11h 52m
₹8,262–15,274

Ongole to Varkala by train

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20h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,096.1 km
Duration: 20h 34m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Ongole to Varkala once a week. Tickets cost ₹500–3,900 and the journey takes 20h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ongole to Varkala(kerala), Kerala via Salem, Salem, Tamil Nadu, and Madurai, Tamil Nadu in around 22h 39m.

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