There are 4 ways to get from Kochi to Varkala by train, taxi, car or plane
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The cost-effective way to get from Kochi to Varkala is to train, which costs ₹125 - ₹140 and takes 2h 49m.
The quickest way to get from Kochi to Varkala is to fly which costs ₹4,200 - ₹9,500 and takes 2h 2m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ernakulam Jn and arriving at Varkala. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.
The distance between Kochi and Varkala is 143 km. The road distance is 165.7 km.
The best way to get from Kochi to Varkala without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs ₹125 - ₹140.
The train from Ernakulam Jn to Varkala takes 2h 49m including transfers and departs every four hours.
Kochi to Varkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Ernakulam Jn station.
The best way to get from Kochi to Varkala is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs ₹125 - ₹140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ₹4,200 - ₹9,500 and takes 2h 2m.
The quickest flight from Kochi Airport to Trivandrum Airport is the direct flight which takes 40 min.
Kochi to Varkala train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Varkala station.
- Distance: 143.2 km
- Duration: 2h 49m
What companies run services between Kochi, India and Varkala, India?
Indian Railways operates a train from Ernakulam Jn to Varkala every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹125 - ₹140 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, Air India Limited flies from Kochi to Varkala once daily.
- Website
- airindia.in
Flights from Kochi to Trivandrum
- Ave. Duration
- 40 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- ₹10,000 - ₹15,000
India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.
Contact Details
- Website
- indianrail.gov.in
Train from Ernakulam Jn to Varkala
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 49m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- ₹125 - ₹140
- Book at
- irctc.co.in
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 36m
- Estimated price
- ₹3,000 - ₹3,700
Taxio
- Phone
- +91 48 44 44 04 44
- Website
- taxio.in
Kerala Tourist Taxi
- Phone
- +91 99 47 27 66 20
- Website
- keralatouristtaxi.com
B Cabs
- Phone
- +91 98 95 11 88 77
- Website
- bcabs.com
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More Questions & Answers
Yes, the driving distance between Kochi to Varkala is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Kochi to Varkala.
Air India Limited offers flights from Kochi Airport to Trivandrum Airport.
There are 44+ hotels available in Varkala. Prices start at ₹7,500 per night.
The best way to get from Kochi to Kochi Airport is to taxi which takes 38 min and costs ₹900 - ₹1,100.