The average train between Varkala and Thenmala takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Varkala to Thenmala. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Varkala and Thenmala. The earliest departure is at 11:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Varkala is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Thenmala at 1:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Varkala to Thenmala. However, there are services departing from Varkala station and arriving at Thenmala station via Tenmalai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
Varkala to Thenmala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kollam Jn station.
Varkala to Thenmala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tenmalai station.
The distance between Varkala and Thenmala is 46.6 km. The road distance is 88 km.
Indian Railways operates a train from Kollam Jn to Tenmalai 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹130–1,000 and the journey takes 1h 43m.