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

The cheapest way to get from Tirupati to Varkala is to train which costs ₹420 - ₹3,200 and takes 15h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tirupati to Varkala is to fly and train which takes 7h 7m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹25,000.

Is there a direct bus between Tirupati and Varkala?

No, there is no direct bus from Tirupati to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Tirupathi and arriving at Varkala(kerala), Kerala via Kempegowda Bus Station, Bangalore, Karnataka and Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Tirupati and Varkala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tirupati and arriving at Varkala. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 42m.

How far is it from Tirupati to Varkala?

The distance between Tirupati and Varkala is 703 km. The road distance is 743 km.

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

The best way to get from Tirupati to Varkala without a car is to train which takes 15h 42m and costs ₹420 - ₹3,200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from Tirupati to Varkala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tirupati to Varkala bus from?

Tirupati to Varkala bus services, operated by KSRTC, depart from Tirupathi station.

Where do I catch the Tirupati to Varkala train from?

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

Train or bus from Tirupati to Varkala?

The best way to get from Tirupati to Varkala is to train which takes 15h 42m and costs ₹420 - ₹3,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 19h 57m.

Where does the Tirupati to Varkala bus arrive?

Tirupati to Varkala bus services, operated by KSRTC, arrive at Kempegowda station.

Where does the Tirupati to Varkala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tirupati to Varkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Tirupati to Varkala is 743 km. It takes approximately 11h 43m to drive from Tirupati to Varkala.

Where can I stay near Varkala?

There are 681+ hotels available in Varkala.

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

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

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Fly from Tirupati Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane TIR - TRV
2. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
7h 7m
₹13,681–24,708
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tirupati to Varkalatrain 12626 / ...
15h 42m
₹420–3,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tirupathi to Kempegowdabus
2. Take the bus from Bangalore, Karnataka to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus
3. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Varkala(kerala), Keralabus
19h 57m
Drive 743 km
1. Drive from Tirupati to Varkalacar 743 km
11h 43m
₹8,394–12,124
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tirupati to Varkalataxi 743 km
11h 43m
₹12,000–15,000
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Renigunta Jn to Peramburtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
9h 5m
₹6,531–15,014
Bus via Coimbatore
1. Take the bus from Tirupati to Bangalore Majesticbus
2. Take the bus from Bangalore, Karnataka to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Varkala(kerala), Keralabus
22h 41m

Tirupati to Varkala by train

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15h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 702.9 km
Duration: 7h 7m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Tirupati to Varkala once daily. Tickets cost ₹420–3,200 and the journey takes 15h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tirupathi to Varkala(kerala), Kerala via Kempegowda, Kempegowda Bus Station, St Joseph's Indian School/ Malya Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, and Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala in around 19h 57m.

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