What is the cheapest way to get from Periyar Nagar to Varkala?

The cheapest way to get from Periyar Nagar to Varkala is to train which costs ₹500 - ₹4,200 and takes 16h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Periyar Nagar to Varkala?

The fastest way to get from Periyar Nagar to Varkala is to line 43002 train and fly and train which takes 6h 11m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Periyar Nagar and Varkala?

No, there is no direct bus from Periyar Nagar to Varkala station. However, there are services departing from Railway Quarters and arriving at FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station via Chennai and FlixBus Nagercoil - Private Bus Stand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h.

Is there a direct train between Periyar Nagar and Varkala?

No, there is no direct train from Periyar Nagar to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Perambur Loco Works and arriving at Varkala via Chennai Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 6m.

How far is it from Periyar Nagar to Varkala?

The distance between Periyar Nagar and Varkala is 685 km. The road distance is 714.4 km.

How do I travel from Periyar Nagar to Varkala without a car?

The best way to get from Periyar Nagar to Varkala without a car is to bus via Nāgercoil which takes 14h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Periyar Nagar to Varkala?

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Periyar Nagar to Varkala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Periyar Nagar to Varkala bus from?

Periyar Nagar to Varkala bus services, operated by RGL Travels, depart from Chennai station.

Where do I catch the Periyar Nagar to Varkala train from?

Periyar Nagar to Varkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Central station.

Train or bus from Periyar Nagar to Varkala?

The best way to get from Periyar Nagar to Varkala is to bus via Nāgercoil which takes 14h and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹500 - ₹4,200 and takes 16h 6m.

Where does the Periyar Nagar to Varkala bus arrive?

Periyar Nagar to Varkala bus services, operated by RGL Travels, arrive at Vadasery station.

Where does the Periyar Nagar to Varkala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Periyar Nagar to Varkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Periyar Nagar to Varkala is 714 km. It takes approximately 10h 45m to drive from Periyar Nagar to Varkala.

Where can I stay near Varkala?

There are 673+ hotels available in Varkala.

Periyar Nagar to Varkala - 8 ways to travel via train, and line 43002 train

There are 8 ways to get from Periyar Nagar to Varkala by train, plane, bus (Flixbus), 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.

Line 43002 train, fly to Trivandrum, train
best
1. Take the train from Perambur Loco Works to M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminaltrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
6h 11m
₹6,280–14,958
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Varkalatrain 12623 / ...
16h 6m
₹539–4,143
Bus via Nāgercoil
1. Take the bus from Chennai to Vadaserybus redbusIndia_Non A/C Seater / Sleeper
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Nagercoil - Private Bus Stand to FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Stationbus FlixBus IN5530
14h
Drive 714.4 km
1. Drive from Periyar Nagar to Varkalacar 714.4 km
10h 45m
₹8,016–11,579
Fly to Cochin International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the taxi from Kochi-Airport-COK to Varkalataxi
6h 18m
₹9,139–15,288
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
9h 39m
₹8,719–18,488
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
2. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Varkalatrain
11h 16m
₹5,719–14,208
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedu to FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Stationbus FlixBus IN5530
19h 10m
₹1,217–4,770

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

36Weekly Planes

2h 24mAverage Duration

₹6,174Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Periyar Nagar to Varkala.

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Distance: 685.4 km
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Periyar Nagar, India and Varkala, India?

You can take a bus from Railway Quarters to FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station via Everest, Chennai, Vadasery, and FlixBus Nagercoil - Private Bus Stand in around 14h. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Varkala twice daily. Tickets cost ₹430–3,300 and the journey takes 14h 39m.

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