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 ₹5,000 - ₹8,000.

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 653 km. The road distance is 485.3 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 which takes 14h 27m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹5,000.

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

It takes approximately 14h 27m to get from Varkala to Velankanni, including transfers.

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 which takes 14h 27m and costs ₹1,800 - ₹5,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹410 - ₹3,200 and takes 14h 54m.

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 - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Varkala to Velankanni by bus (Flixbus), train, car, taxi, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tampanoor station to Mattuthavanibus
2. Take the bus from Mattuthavani Bus Stand to Trichy Central Bus Standbus
3. Take the bus from FlixBus Tiruchirapalli - Central Bus Stand to FlixBus Velankanni - Bus Standbus
14h 27m
₹1,800–4,948
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kollam Jn to Vellankannitrain 16361
14h 54m
₹415–3,185
Drive 485.3 km
1. Drive from Varkala to Velankannicar 485.3 km
8h 6m
₹5,371–7,758
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Varkala to Velankannitaxi 485.3 km
8h 6m
₹8,000–10,000
Train to Trivandrum, 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 bus from FlixBus Tiruchirapalli - Mannarpuruam Bypass to FlixBus Velankanni - Bus Standbus
11h 20m
₹9,032–21,575
Train to Trivandrum, 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
₹7,692–16,435
Train to Cochin International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Varkala to Aluvatrain
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane COK - MAA
3. Take the bus from Guindy Industrial Estate to Nagorebus
11h 43m
₹5,605–12,891
Train to Trivandrum, fly to Pondicherry, train
1. Take the train from Varkala to Thiruvananthapuram Centraltrain
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane TRV - PNY
3. Take the train from Tiruppadirippuliyur to Nagappattinamtrain
15h 46m
₹13,182–28,235

Varkala to Velankanni by train

2Weekly Trains

14h 54mAverage Duration

₹415Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Varkala to Velankanni.

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Distance: 652.9 km
Duration: 14h 27m

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

You can take a vehicle from Varkala to FlixBus Velankanni - Bus Stand via Attingal, Trivandrum, Tampanoor station, Mattuthavani, Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Trichy Central Bus Stand, and FlixBus Tiruchirapalli - Central Bus Stand in around 14h 27m. 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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