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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Varkala is to ferry and train which costs ₹7,000 - ₹11,000 and takes 18h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Varkala is to fly and train which takes 9h 53m and costs ₹17,000 - ₹33,000.

How far is it from Jaffna to Varkala?

The distance between Jaffna and Varkala is 437 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Varkala without a car is to ferry and train which takes 18h 36m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹11,000.

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

It takes approximately 9h 53m to get from Jaffna to Varkala, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Varkala?

There are 536+ hotels available in Varkala.

Jaffna to Varkala - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Jaffna to Varkala by plane, train, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Trivandrum, train
best
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane JAF - TRV
2. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
9h 53m
₹17,418–32,398
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Kankesanturai to Nagapattinamferry HSC Cheriyapani
2. Take the train from Nagappattinam to Kollam Jntrain 16362
18h 36m
₹7,222–10,069
Fly to Tuticorin Airport, train
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Tuticorin Airport (TCR)plane JAF - TCR
2. Take the train from Maniyachchi Jn to Varkalatrain
24h 10m
₹22,357–77,928
Fly to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane JAF - COK
2. Take the train from Aluva to Varkalatrain
13h 15m
₹17,507–66,788

Jaffna (JAF) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

17Weekly Planes

8h 30mAverage Duration

₹17,333Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Jaffna to Varkala.

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Distance: 436.8 km
Duration: 9h 53m

What companies run services between Jaffna, Sri Lanka and Varkala, India?

There is no direct connection from Jaffna to Varkala. However, you can take the taxi to Jaffna (JAF) airport, fly to Trivandrum (TRV), walk to FlixBus Trivandrum - Chakka Bypass, take the bus to FlixBus Trivandrum - Thampanoor, walk to Thiruvananthapuram Central, then take the train to Varkala. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Jaffna to Varkala via Kankesanturai, Nagapattinam, Nagappattinam, and Kollam Jn in around 18h 36m.

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