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

The cheapest way to get from Varkala to Chennai is to train which costs ₹420 - ₹3,300 and takes 15h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varkala to Chennai is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 52m and costs ₹9,000 - ₹15,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varkala and Chennai?

No, there is no direct bus from Varkala station to Chennai. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station and arriving at Chennai via Vadasery. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Varkala and Chennai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Varkala and arriving at Perambur. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 25m.

How far is it from Varkala to Chennai?

The distance between Varkala and Chennai is 672 km. The road distance is 707.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Varkala to Chennai without a car is to bus via Nāgercoil which takes 12h 28m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Varkala to Chennai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varkala to Chennai bus from?

Varkala to Chennai bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Varkala to Chennai train from?

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

Train or bus from Varkala to Chennai?

The best way to get from Varkala to Chennai is to bus via Nāgercoil which takes 12h 28m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹420 - ₹3,300 and takes 15h 25m.

Where does the Varkala to Chennai bus arrive?

Varkala to Chennai bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Nagercoil - Private Bus Stand station.

Where does the Varkala to Chennai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varkala to Chennai?

Yes, the driving distance between Varkala to Chennai is 707 km. It takes approximately 11h to drive from Varkala to Chennai.

Where can I stay near Chennai?

There are 1051+ hotels available in Chennai.

Varkala to Chennai - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from Varkala to Chennai by train, plane, bus (Flixbus), car, or taxi

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Train to Trivandrum, fly
best
1. Take the train from Varkala to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
5h 3m
₹7,451–16,475
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varkala to Peramburtrain 12624 / ...
15h 25m
₹420–3,300
Bus via Nāgercoil
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station to FlixBus Nagercoil - Private Bus Standbus FlixBus IN5530
2. Take the bus from Vadasery to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper / ...
12h 28m
Drive 707.2 km
1. Drive from Varkala to Chennaicar 707.2 km
11h
₹7,904–11,417
Taxi to Cochin International Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Varkala to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
4h 52m
₹9,128–14,385
Taxi to Madurai, fly
1. Take the taxi from Varkala to Madurai-Airport-IXMtaxi
2. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
5h 52m
₹9,395–13,200
Train to Tuticorin Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Varkala to Maniyachchi Jntrain
2. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TCR - MAA
9h 10m
₹8,114–17,551
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station to FlixBus Chennai - Koyambedubus FlixBus IN5530
17h 1m
₹1,175–3,964

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

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1h 46mAverage Duration

₹6,121Cheapest Price

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Distance: 672.3 km
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a bus from FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station to Chennai via FlixBus Nagercoil - Private Bus Stand and Vadasery in around 12h 28m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Varkala to Perambur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹420–3,300 and the journey takes 15h 25m.

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