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

The cheapest way to get from Varkala to Thiruvarur is to train which costs ₹400 - ₹3,100 and takes 12h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varkala to Thiruvarur is to drive which takes 7h 41m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varkala and Thiruvarur?

No, there is no direct bus from Varkala to Thiruvarur. However, there are services departing from Varkala(kerala), Kerala and arriving at Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu and Velankanni, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Varkala and Thiruvarur?

No, there is no direct train from Varkala to Thiruvarur. However, there are services departing from Varkala and arriving at Thiruvarur Jn via Kollam Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 17m.

How far is it from Varkala to Thiruvarur?

The distance between Varkala and Thiruvarur is 523 km. The road distance is 471.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Varkala to Thiruvarur without a car is to train which takes 12h 17m and costs ₹400 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 12h 17m to get from Varkala to Thiruvarur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varkala to Thiruvarur bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Varkala to Thiruvarur train from?

Varkala to Thiruvarur train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kollam Jn station.

Train or bus from Varkala to Thiruvarur?

The best way to get from Varkala to Thiruvarur is to train which takes 12h 17m and costs ₹400 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can bus via Madurai, which costs and takes 15h 15m.

Where does the Varkala to Thiruvarur bus arrive?

Varkala to Thiruvarur bus services, operated by SBM Traansport, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Varkala to Thiruvarur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varkala to Thiruvarur?

Yes, the driving distance between Varkala to Thiruvarur is 471 km. It takes approximately 7h 41m to drive from Varkala to Thiruvarur.

Where can I stay near Thiruvarur?

There are 38+ hotels available in Thiruvarur.

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Thiruvarur Jntrain 16361 / ...
12h 17m
₹405–3,085
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Varkala(kerala), Kerala to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Varkala(kerala), Kerala - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Velankanni, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Velankanni, Tamil Nadu
15h 15m
Drive 471.5 km
1. Drive from Varkala to Thiruvarurcar 471.5 km
7h 41m
₹5,323–7,688
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varkala to Thiruvarurtaxi 471.5 km
7h 41m
₹7,500–9,500
Train, fly to Trichy International Airport
1. Take the train from Varkala to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane TRV - TRZ
3. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Thiruvarur Jntrain
10h 48m
₹12,062–20,235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varkala(kerala), Kerala to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus Varkala(kerala), Kerala - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Velankanni, Tamil Nadubus Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala - Velankanni, Tamil Nadu
16h 25m
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 Tambaram to Thiruvarur Jntrain
11h 7m
₹7,732–16,985

Varkala to Thiruvarur by train

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12h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 522.8 km
Duration: 12h 17m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kollam Jn to Thiruvarur Jn twice a week. Tickets cost ₹290–2,200 and the journey takes 10h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Varkala(kerala), Kerala to Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu and Velankanni, Tamil Nadu in around 15h 15m.

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