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

The cheapest way to get from Varkala to Tirumala is to train which costs ₹470 - ₹3,400 and takes 17h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varkala to Tirumala is to train and fly which takes 8h 57m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹26,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varkala and Tirumala?

No, there is no direct bus from Varkala to Tirumala. However, there are services departing from Varkala(kerala), Kerala and arriving at Tirupathi via Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, St Joseph's Indian School/ Malya Hospital and Swami Vivekananad Road station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Varkala and Tirumala?

No, there is no direct train from Varkala to Tirumala. However, there are services departing from Varkala and arriving at Renigunta Jn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 29m.

How far is it from Varkala to Tirumala?

The distance between Varkala and Tirumala is 723 km. The road distance is 748 km.

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

The best way to get from Varkala to Tirumala without a car is to train which takes 17h 29m and costs ₹470 - ₹3,400.

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

It takes approximately 8h 57m to get from Varkala to Tirumala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varkala to Tirumala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Varkala to Tirumala train from?

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

Train or bus from Varkala to Tirumala?

The best way to get from Varkala to Tirumala is to train which takes 17h 29m and costs ₹470 - ₹3,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 19h 39m.

Where does the Varkala to Tirumala bus arrive?

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

Where does the Varkala to Tirumala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varkala to Tirumala?

Yes, the driving distance between Varkala to Tirumala is 748 km. It takes approximately 11h 53m to drive from Varkala to Tirumala.

Where can I stay near Tirumala?

There are 367+ hotels available in Tirumala.

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

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Train, fly to Tirupati Airport
best
1. Take the train from Varkala to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Tirupati Airport (TIR)plane TRV - TIR
8h 57m
₹11,622–25,335
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varkala to Renigunta Jntrain 12625 / ...
17h 29m
₹474–3,387
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varkala(kerala), Kerala to Thiruvananthapuram, Keralabus
2. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Bangalore, Karnatakabus
3. Take the bus from Swami Vivekananad Road station to Tirupathibus
19h 39m
Drive 748 km
1. Drive from Varkala to Tirumalacar 748 km
11h 53m
₹8,412–12,151
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varkala to Tirumalataxi 748 km
11h 53m
₹12,000–15,000
Train, fly to Kempegowda International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Varkala to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)plane TRV - BLR
3. Take the bus from Kempegowda International Airport to Kempegowda Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Kempegowda to Tirupathibus
11h 16m
₹6,532–14,205
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Varkala(kerala), Kerala to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Vellore, Tamil Nadubus
3. Take the bus from Vellore to Tirupathibus
21h 15m

Varkala to Tirumala by train and bus

21Weekly Services

17h 29mAverage Duration

₹474Cheapest Price

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Distance: 723 km
Duration: 8h 57m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Varkala to Renigunta Jn 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹420–3,200 and the journey takes 16h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Varkala(kerala), Kerala to Tirumala via Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Bangalore, Karnataka, St Joseph's Indian School/ Malya Hospital, Swami Vivekananad Road station, and Tirupathi in around 19h 39m.

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