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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Varkala is to fly and train which costs ₹18,000 - ₹65,000 and takes 17h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Varkala is to fly and train which takes 17h 28m and costs ₹18,000 - ₹65,000.

How far is it from Melbourne to Varkala?

The distance between Melbourne and Varkala is 8765 km.

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

It takes approximately 17h 28m to get from Melbourne to Varkala, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Varkala?

Varkala is 5h 30m behind Melbourne. It is currently 5:16 PM in Melbourne and 11:46 AM in Varkala.

Where can I stay near Varkala?

There are 536+ hotels available in Varkala.

Melbourne to Varkala - 2 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 2 ways to get from Melbourne to Varkala by plane or train

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Fly to Trivandrum, train
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1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Trivandrum (TRV)plane MEL - TRV
2. Take the train from Thiruvananthapuram Central to Varkalatrain
17h 28m
₹18,249–63,149
Fly to Cochin International Airport, train
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cochin International Airport (COK)plane MEL - COK
2. Take the train from Aluva to Varkalatrain
21h 23m
₹20,039–47,269

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Trivandrum (TRV) flights

23Weekly Planes

15h 37mAverage Duration

₹16,857Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 8,765.4 km
Duration: 17h 28m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Varkala, India?

There is no direct connection from Melbourne to Varkala. However, you can take the bus to Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr, walk to Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, fly to Trivandrum (TRV), take the taxi to Thiruvananthapuram Central, then take the train to Varkala. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr, walk to Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, fly to Cochin International Airport (COK), walk to Kochi Airport, take the bus to Aluva station, walk to Aluva, then take the train to Varkala.

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