There are 4 ways to get from Varkala to Kuttikkanam by train, taxi, bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train, taxi
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Take the train from Varkala to Tiruvalla
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Take a taxi from Tiruvalla to Kuttikkanam
3 alternative options
Bus, taxi
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Take the bus from Ayoor to Chengannur
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Take a taxi from Chengannur to Kuttikkanam
Taxi
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Take a taxi from Varkala to Kuttikkanam
Drive
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Drive from Varkala to Kuttikkanam
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Varkala to Kuttikkanam is to drive which costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,000 and takes 2h 9m.
The quickest way to get from Varkala to Kuttikkanam is to taxi which costs ₹3,100 - ₹3,700 and takes 2h 9m.
The distance between Varkala and Kuttikkanam is 98 km. The road distance is 138.6 km.
The best way to get from Varkala to Kuttikkanam without a car is to train and taxi which takes 2h 47m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹2,800.
It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Varkala to Kuttikkanam, including transfers.
Yes, the driving distance between Varkala to Kuttikkanam is 139 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Varkala to Kuttikkanam.
There are 34+ hotels available in Kuttikkanam. Prices start at ₹7,500 per night.

- Distance: 98.4 km
- Duration: 2h 47m
What companies run services between Varkala, India and Kuttikkanam, India?
There is no direct connection from Varkala to Kuttikkanam. However, you can take the train to Tiruvalla then take the taxi to Kuttikkanam. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Ayoor, take the bus to Chengannur, then take the taxi to Kuttikkanam.

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
- Phone
- 14646
- care@irctc.co.in
- Website
- indianrail.gov.in
Train from Varkala to Tiruvalla
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 34m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- ₹110 - ₹700
- Website
- https://www.irctc.co.in
- Book at
- https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
- Sleeper Class
- ₹110 - ₹150
- Third AC (3A)
- ₹390 - ₹490
- Second AC (2A)
- ₹500 - ₹700

- rsnksrtc@kerala.gov.in
- Website
- online.keralartc.com
Bus from Ayoor to Chengannur
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 29m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- ₹140 - ₹360
- Schedules at
- online.keralartc.com
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 13m
- Estimated price
- ₹1,700 - ₹2,100
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