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 5h 56m 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. However, there are services departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Varkala(kerala), Kerala via Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 47m.

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 train which takes 16h 6m and costs ₹500 - ₹4,200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m 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 SLGT Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu 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 train which takes 16h 6m and costs ₹500 - ₹4,200. Alternatively, you can bus via Madurai, which costs and takes 16h 47m.

Where does the Periyar Nagar to Varkala bus arrive?

Periyar Nagar to Varkala bus services, operated by SLGT Travels, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu 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 667+ hotels available in Varkala.

Periyar Nagar to Varkala - 7 ways to travel via train, and line 43002 train

There are 7 ways to get from Periyar Nagar to Varkala by train, plane, bus, or car

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
5h 56m
₹6,280–14,958
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Varkalatrain 12623 / ...
16h 6m
₹539–4,143
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Varkala(kerala), Keralabus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Varkala(kerala), Kerala
16h 47m
Drive 714.4 km
1. Drive from Periyar Nagar to Varkalacar 714.4 km
10h 45m
₹8,154–11,778
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
₹8,719–19,488
Fly to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
2. Take the train from Aluva to Varkalatrain
9h 27m
₹5,369–11,848
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Varkala(kerala), Keralabus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Varkala(kerala), Kerala
17h 12m

Periyar Nagar to Varkala by train

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16h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 685.4 km
Duration: 5h 56m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Varkala twice daily. Tickets cost ₹430–3,300 and the journey takes 14h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Perambur Loco Works to Varkala(kerala), Kerala via M.G.R Chennai Central Suburban Terminal, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and Madurai, Tamil Nadu in around 16h 47m.

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