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How to get fromVarkala to Thekkadyby train, bus, taxi, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Varkala to Thekkady by train, bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Train, bus

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    1. Take the train from Varkala to Chengannurtrain train 12624 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Chengannur to Kumilybus bus
    6h 59m
    ₹457–1,503

  2. Train, taxi

    1. Take the train from Varkala to Chengannurtrain train 12624 / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Chengannur to Thekkadytaxi taxi
    3h 11m
    ₹2,637–4,153

  3. Drive 171.8 km

    1. Drive from Varkala to Thekkadycar car 171.8 km
    2h 50m
    ₹1,928–2,785

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Varkala to Thekkadytaxi taxi 171.8 km
    2h 50m
    ₹3,800–4,600

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  • Distance: 230.4 km
  • Duration: 6h 59m

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

There is no direct connection from Varkala to Thekkady. However, you can take the train to Chengannur, walk to Chengannur, take the bus to Kumily, then take the taxi to Thekkady. Alternatively, you can take the train to Chengannur then take the taxi to Thekkady.

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