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

The cheapest way to get from Varkala to Puducherry is to train which costs ₹470 - ₹3,700 and takes 13h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varkala to Puducherry is to train and fly which takes 7h 49m and costs ₹13,000 - ₹33,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varkala and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct bus from Varkala station to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station and arriving at Pondicherry via Nellai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Varkala and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Varkala to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Varkala and arriving at Pondicherry via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 9m.

How far is it from Varkala to Puducherry?

The distance between Varkala and Puducherry is 563 km. The road distance is 579.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Varkala to Puducherry without a car is to train which takes 13h 9m and costs ₹470 - ₹3,700.

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

It takes approximately 7h 49m to get from Varkala to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varkala to Puducherry bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Varkala to Puducherry train from?

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

Train or bus from Varkala to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Varkala to Puducherry is to train which takes 13h 9m and costs ₹470 - ₹3,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,800 and takes 14h 7m.

Where does the Varkala to Puducherry bus arrive?

Varkala to Puducherry bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Tirunelveli - Vannarpettai station.

Where does the Varkala to Puducherry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varkala to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Varkala to Puducherry is 579 km. It takes approximately 9h 23m to drive from Varkala to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1132+ hotels available in Puducherry.

Varkala to Puducherry - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 11 ways to get from Varkala to Puducherry by train, plane, bus (Flixbus), car, taxi, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Trivandrum, 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 49m
₹13,672–32,735
Train via Tiruchirappalli
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varkala to Tiruchchirapalitrain 20636 / ...
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Pondicherrytrain 16858 / ...
13h 51m
₹470–3,692
Train
1. Take the train from Varkala to Villupuram Jntrain 20636 / ...
13h 9m
₹477–3,633
Bus
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station to FlixBus Tirunelveli - Vannarpettaibus FlixBus IN5530
2. Take the bus from Nellai to Pondicherrybus
14h 7m
₹1,078–3,717
Drive 579.4 km
1. Drive from Varkala to Puducherrycar 579.4 km
9h 23m
₹6,501–9,391
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varkala to Puducherrytaxi 579.4 km
9h 23m
₹9,500–12,000
Taxi to Cochin International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
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
3. Take the train from Trisulam to Pondicherrytrain
9h
₹9,269–15,745
Train to Trivandrum, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
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 Pondicherrytrain
9h 12m
₹7,592–17,835
Taxi to Madurai, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the taxi from Varkala to Madurai-Airport-IXMtaxi
2. Fly from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXM - MAA
3. Take the train from Trisulam to Pondicherrytrain
9h 55m
₹9,536–14,560
Train to Tuticorin Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Varkala to Maniyachchi Jntrain
2. Fly from Tuticorin Airport (TCR) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TCR - MAA
3. Take the train from Trisulam to Pondicherrytrain
13h 18m
₹8,755–18,911
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Varkala to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram to Maduraibus
3. Take the bus from Madurai to Pondicherry Rajiv Gandhi Statuebus
15h 6m
₹1,379–5,415

Varkala to Puducherry by train

7Weekly Trains

13h 9mAverage Duration

₹477Cheapest Price

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Distance: 562.8 km
Duration: 7h 49m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Varkala to Villupuram Jn once daily. Tickets cost ₹350–2,700 and the journey takes 11h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station to Pondicherry via FlixBus Tirunelveli - Vannarpettai and Nellai in around 14h 7m.

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