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

The cheapest way to get from Thiruvarur to Varkala is to train which costs ₹400 - ₹3,100 and takes 13h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thiruvarur to Varkala is to drive which takes 7h 25m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct bus between Thiruvarur and Varkala?

No, there is no direct bus from Thiruvarur to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Varkala(kerala), Kerala via Velankanni, Tamil Nadu and Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Thiruvarur and Varkala?

No, there is no direct train from Thiruvarur to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Thiruvarur Jn and arriving at Varkala via Kollam Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 3m.

How far is it from Thiruvarur to Varkala?

The distance between Thiruvarur and Varkala is 523 km. The road distance is 481.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Thiruvarur to Varkala without a car is to train which takes 13h 3m and costs ₹400 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 13h 3m to get from Thiruvarur to Varkala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thiruvarur to Varkala bus from?

Thiruvarur to Varkala bus services, operated by Laxma Tours & Travels, depart from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Thiruvarur to Varkala train from?

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

Train or bus from Thiruvarur to Varkala?

The best way to get from Thiruvarur to Varkala is to train which takes 13h 3m and costs ₹400 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can bus via Tirunelveli, which costs and takes 14h 32m.

Where does the Thiruvarur to Varkala bus arrive?

Thiruvarur to Varkala bus services, operated by Laxma Tours & Travels, arrive at Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Thiruvarur to Varkala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thiruvarur to Varkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Thiruvarur to Varkala is 481 km. It takes approximately 7h 25m to drive from Thiruvarur to Varkala.

Where can I stay near Varkala?

There are 699+ hotels available in Varkala.

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Thiruvarur Jn to Kollam Jntrain 16362 / ...
13h 3m
₹402–3,101
Bus via Tirunelveli
1. Take the bus from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu to Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadubus Velankanni, Tamil Nadu - Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu to Varkala(kerala), Keralabus Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu - Varkala(kerala), Kerala
14h 32m
Drive 481.3 km
1. Drive from Thiruvarur to Varkalacar 481.3 km
7h 25m
₹5,448–7,869
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thiruvarur to Varkalataxi 481.3 km
7h 25m
₹8,000–9,500
Train to Trichy International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Thiruvarur Jn to Tiruchchirapalitrain
2. Fly from Trichy International Airport (TRZ) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane TRZ - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
9h 47m
₹10,786–17,779
Bus
1. Take the bus from Velankanni, Tamil Nadu to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Velankanni, Tamil Nadu - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Varkala(kerala), Keralabus Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala - Varkala(kerala), Kerala
15h 20m
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Thiruvarur Jn to Tambaramtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
10h 24m
₹6,457–14,556

Thiruvarur to Varkala by train

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Distance: 522.8 km
Duration: 13h 3m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Thiruvarur Jn to Kollam Jn twice a week. Tickets cost ₹290–2,200 and the journey takes 12h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu to Varkala(kerala), Kerala via Velankanni, Tamil Nadu and Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu in around 14h 32m.

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