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

The cheapest way to get from Varkala to Puducherry is to train which costs ₹470 - ₹3,700 and takes 15h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varkala to Puducherry is to fly which takes 5h 50m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹23,000.

Is there a direct train between Varkala and Puducherry?

No, there is no direct train from Varkala to Puducherry. However, there are services departing from Varkala and arriving at Pondicherry via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 12m.

How far is it from Varkala to Puducherry?

The distance between Varkala and Puducherry is 556 km. The road distance is 579.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Varkala to Puducherry without a car is to train which takes 15h 12m and costs ₹470 - ₹3,700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Varkala to Puducherry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varkala to Puducherry train from?

Varkala to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Varkala station.

Train, bus or fly from Varkala to Puducherry?

The best way to get from Varkala to Puducherry is to fly which takes 5h 50m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹23,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹470 - ₹3,700 and takes 15h 12m, you could also bus, which costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,700 and takes 16h 32m.

Where does the Varkala to Puducherry train arrive?

Varkala to Puducherry train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Villupuram Jn station.

Can I drive from Varkala to Puducherry?

Yes, the driving distance between Varkala to Puducherry is 580 km. It takes approximately 9h 23m to drive from Varkala to Puducherry.

Where can I stay near Puducherry?

There are 1111+ hotels available in Puducherry.

Varkala to Puducherry - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Varkala to Puducherry by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Pondicherry
best
1. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane TRV - PNY
5h 50m
₹11,110–22,316
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varkala to Villupuram Jntrain 16128 / ...
15h 12m
₹477–3,634
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kaniyapuram to Ernakulambus
2. Take the bus from Aluva to Indira Gandi Statuebus
16h 32m
₹1,323–2,683
Drive 579.6 km
1. Drive from Varkala to Puducherrycar 579.6 km
9h 23m
₹6,220–8,984
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varkala to Puducherrytaxi 579.6 km
9h 23m
₹9,500–12,000
Fly to Chennai International Airport, train
1. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
2. Take the train from Trisulam to Pondicherrytrain
6h 42m
₹6,530–15,416

Varkala to Puducherry by train

14Weekly Trains

15h 12mAverage Duration

₹477Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Varkala to Puducherry.

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Distance: 556.1 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Varkala, India and Puducherry, India?

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Express fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Pondicherry (PNY) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Varkala to Villupuram Jn twice daily. Tickets cost ₹350–2,700 and the journey takes 13h 27m.

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