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

The cheapest way to get from Varkala to Auroville is to train which costs ₹700 - ₹4,000 and takes 15h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varkala to Auroville is to train and fly which takes 7h 46m and costs ₹12,000 - ₹24,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varkala and Auroville?

No, there is no direct bus from Varkala to Auroville. However, there are services departing from Varkala(kerala), Kerala and arriving at Pondicherry via Kesavadasapuram, Thampanoor and Kalikkavilai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Varkala and Auroville?

No, there is no direct train from Varkala to Auroville. However, there are services departing from Varkala and arriving at Pondicherry via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 33m.

How far is it from Varkala to Auroville?

The distance between Varkala and Auroville is 550 km. The road distance is 585.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Varkala to Auroville without a car is to bus which takes 15h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Varkala to Auroville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varkala to Auroville bus from?

Varkala to Auroville bus services, operated by Sbm Traansport, depart from Varkala(kerala), Kerala station.

Where do I catch the Varkala to Auroville train from?

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

Train or bus from Varkala to Auroville?

The best way to get from Varkala to Auroville is to bus which takes 15h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹700 - ₹4,000 and takes 15h 33m.

Where does the Varkala to Auroville bus arrive?

Varkala to Auroville bus services, operated by Sbm Traansport, arrive at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala station.

Where does the Varkala to Auroville train arrive?

Varkala to Auroville train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Villupuram Jn station.

Can I drive from Varkala to Auroville?

Yes, the driving distance between Varkala to Auroville is 586 km. It takes approximately 9h 29m to drive from Varkala to Auroville.

Where can I stay near Auroville?

There are 1184+ hotels available in Auroville.

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

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Train, fly to Pondicherry
best
1. Take the train from Varkala to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane TRV - PNY
7h 46m
₹12,422–23,435
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varkala to Villupuram Jntrain 16128 / ...
15h 33m
₹707–3,914
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varkala(kerala), Kerala to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Varkala(kerala), Kerala - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2. Take the bus from Kalikkavilai to Pondicherrybus
15h 14m
Drive 585.6 km
1. Drive from Varkala to Aurovillecar 585.6 km
9h 29m
₹6,587–9,514
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varkala to Aurovilletaxi 585.6 km
9h 29m
₹9,500–12,000
Train, fly to Chennai International Airport
1. Take the train from Varkala to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
3. Take the train from Trisulam to Villianurtrain
9h 47m
₹7,362–14,555
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Varkala(kerala), Kerala to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Thanjavur, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Thanjavur to Puducherrybus
16h 27m

Trivandrum (TRV) to Pondicherry (PNY) flights

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5h 27mAverage Duration

₹11,276Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Varkala to Auroville.

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Distance: 549.6 km
Duration: 7h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Varkala(kerala), Kerala to Auroville via Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Kesavadasapuram, Trivandrum, Thampanoor, Kalikkavilai, and Pondicherry in around 15h 14m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Varkala to Villupuram Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹350–2,700 and the journey takes 13h 27m.

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