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

The cheapest way to get from Walajapet to Varkala is to train which costs ₹750 - ₹4,200 and takes 14h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Walajapet to Varkala is to train and fly which takes 7h 41m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Walajapet and Varkala?

No, there is no direct bus from Walajapet to Varkala station. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Arcot - Bypass and arriving at FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station via Vellore and FlixBus Madurai - MGR Bus Stand. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Walajapet and Varkala?

No, there is no direct train from Walajapet to Varkala. However, there are services departing from Walajah Road Jn and arriving at Varkala via Katpadi Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 28m.

How far is it from Walajapet to Varkala?

The distance between Walajapet and Varkala is 789 km. The road distance is 658.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Walajapet to Varkala without a car is to train which takes 14h 28m and costs ₹750 - ₹4,200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Walajapet to Varkala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Walajapet to Varkala bus from?

Walajapet to Varkala bus services, operated by KBS Luxury Bus, depart from Arcot station.

Where do I catch the Walajapet to Varkala train from?

Walajapet to Varkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Katpadi Jn station.

Train or bus from Walajapet to Varkala?

The best way to get from Walajapet to Varkala is to train which takes 14h 28m and costs ₹750 - ₹4,200. Alternatively, you can bus via Madurai, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,100 and takes 18h 20m.

Where does the Walajapet to Varkala bus arrive?

Walajapet to Varkala bus services, operated by KBS Luxury Bus, arrive at Bengaluru station.

Where does the Walajapet to Varkala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Walajapet to Varkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Walajapet to Varkala is 658 km. It takes approximately 10h 12m to drive from Walajapet to Varkala.

How do I get a bus ticket from Walajapet to Varkala?

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Where can I stay near Varkala?

There are 672+ hotels available in Varkala.

Walajapet to Varkala - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 9 ways to get from Walajapet to Varkala 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 Chennai International Airport, fly to Trivandrum, train
best
1. Take the train from Walajah Road Jn to Peramburtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MAA - TRV
3. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
7h 41m
₹6,710–16,418
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Varkalatrain 12623 / ...
14h 28m
₹789–4,153
Bus via Madurai
1. Take the bus from Vellore to Maduraibus 795Ns
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Madurai - MGR Bus Stand to FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Stationbus FlixBus IN5530
18h 20m
₹1,246–3,027
Drive 658.2 km
1. Drive from Walajapet to Varkalacar 658.2 km
10h 12m
₹7,386–10,668
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Cochin International Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Walajah Road Jn to Peramburtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MAA - COK
3. Take the taxi from Kochi-Airport-COK to Varkalataxi
7h 48m
₹9,569–16,748
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Take the train from Walajah Road Jn to Peramburtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane MAA - TCR
3. Take the train from Maniyachchi Jn to Varkalatrain
11h 9m
₹9,149–19,948
Train, bus to Kempegowda International Airport, fly to Trivandrum
1. Take the train from Walajah Road Jn to Krishnarajapurmtrain
2. Take the bus from KR Pura station to Kempegowda International Airportbus
3. Fly from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane BLR - TRV
4. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
10h 49m
₹5,700–15,203
Train to Chennai International Airport, fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Walajah Road Jn to Peramburtrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
3. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Varkalatrain
12h 46m
₹6,149–15,668
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arcot to Bengalurubus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper / ...
2. Take the bus from Bengaluru to Varkalabus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 SLX Multi-Axle AC Sleeper / ...
19h 6m
₹2,038–5,864

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

36Weekly Planes

2h 24mAverage Duration

₹6,174Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Walajapet to Varkala.

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Distance: 788.9 km
Duration: 7h 41m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Katpadi Jn to Varkala 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹380–2,900 and the journey takes 12h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Walajapet to FlixBus Varkala - Sivagiri Railway Station via FlixBus Arcot - Bypass, FlixBus Vellore - Bypass, Vellore, Madurai, and FlixBus Madurai - MGR Bus Stand in around 18h 20m.

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