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

The cheapest way to get from Varkala to Velankanni is to train which costs ₹410 - ₹3,200 and takes 14h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varkala to Velankanni is to drive which takes 8h 6m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹8,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varkala and Velankanni?

No, there is no direct bus from Varkala to Velankanni. However, there are services departing from Varkala(kerala), Kerala and arriving at Velankanni, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Varkala and Velankanni?

No, there is no direct train from Varkala to Velankanni. However, there are services departing from Varkala and arriving at Vellankanni via Kollam Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 54m.

How far is it from Varkala to Velankanni?

The distance between Varkala and Velankanni is 496 km. The road distance is 485.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Varkala to Velankanni without a car is to bus via Madurai which takes 13h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 13h 30m to get from Varkala to Velankanni, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varkala to Velankanni bus from?

Varkala to Velankanni bus services, operated by Sbm Traansport, depart from Varkala(kerala), Kerala station.

Where do I catch the Varkala to Velankanni train from?

Varkala to Velankanni train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kollam Jn station.

Train or bus from Varkala to Velankanni?

The best way to get from Varkala to Velankanni is to bus via Madurai which takes 13h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹410 - ₹3,200 and takes 14h 54m.

Where does the Varkala to Velankanni bus arrive?

Varkala to Velankanni bus services, operated by Sbm Traansport, arrive at Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Varkala to Velankanni train arrive?

Varkala to Velankanni train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Vellankanni station.

Can I drive from Varkala to Velankanni?

Yes, the driving distance between Varkala to Velankanni is 485 km. It takes approximately 8h 6m to drive from Varkala to Velankanni.

Where can I stay near Velankanni?

There are 43+ hotels available in Velankanni.

Varkala to Velankanni - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Bus via Madurai
best
1. Take the bus from Varkala(kerala), Kerala to Madurai, Tamil Nadubus Varkala(kerala), Kerala - Madurai, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Velankanni, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Velankanni, Tamil Nadu
13h 30m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Vellankannitrain 16361
14h 54m
₹415–3,185
Drive 485.2 km
1. Drive from Varkala to Velankannicar 485.2 km
8h 6m
₹5,476–7,910
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varkala to Velankannitaxi 485.2 km
8h 6m
₹8,000–10,000
Train, fly to Chennai International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Varkala to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane TRV - MAA
3. Take the bus from Guindy Industrial Estate to Nagorebus
9h 46m
₹7,622–14,535
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to Velankanni, Tamil Nadubus Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala - Velankanni, Tamil Nadu
14h 40m
Train, fly to Trichy International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Varkala to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane TRV - TRZ
3. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Thanjavurtrain
4. Take the bus from Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu to Velankanni, Tamil Nadubus
13h 32m

Trivandrum (TRV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

15Weekly Planes

1h 21mAverage Duration

₹5,859Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Varkala to Velankanni.

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Distance: 495.7 km
Duration: 13h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Varkala(kerala), Kerala to Velankanni, Tamil Nadu via Madurai, Tamil Nadu in around 13h 30m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kollam Jn to Vellankanni twice a week. Tickets cost ₹300–2,300 and the journey takes 13h 5m.

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