Alappuzha to Varkala

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Alappuzha to Varkala Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Sedan	Any time	+1h 46m	$70.61
Train	Indian Railways	3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper	02:20	04:07	$5.76
Train	Indian Railways	3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper	02:58	05:02	$5.76
Train	Indian Railways	3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper	03:35	05:32	$5.76
Train	Indian Railways	2S - Second Sitting Class	06:30	08:34	$0.92
Train	Indian Railways	3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper	14:03	16:51	$5.76
Train	Indian Railways	3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper	15:35	18:02	$5.76
Train	Indian Railways	2S - Second Sitting Class	17:48	19:56	$0.92
Train	Indian Railways	2S - Second Sitting Class	18:35	20:13	$1.23

How to get from Alappuzha to Varkala

Travelling between Alappuzha and Varkala is possible by Train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 103.63 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 4.06.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 3 hours to travel between Alappuzha and Varkala depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Alappuzha and Varkala. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 38m. Train does a much slower job and take about 2h 27m to reach Varkala.

How much does it cost to get from Alappuzha to Varkala?

Travelling between Alappuzha and Varkala can be as cheap as USD 4.06 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 103.63 if you buy a TaxiBazaar taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Alappuzha and Varkala ?

12 from Alappuzha to Varkala starting from 03:35 Alappuzha until 18:35 Alappuzha
3 from Alappuzha to Varkala starting from 00:00 Alappuzha until 00:00 Alappuzha

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Alappuzha to Varkala.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Alappuzha and Varkala

TaxiBazaar

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Alappuzha to Varkala?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

99% took a train
1% Other

Transportation from Alappuzha to Varkala

Trains

$ 4.06
Taxis

$ 77.61
Buses are not available
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Alappuzha to Varkala

Cheapest Transport	$5
Fastest Transport	1h 38m
Earliest Departure	3:35 AM
Latest Departure	6:35 PM
Departures per day	15
Distance	82 kilometers
Transport Companies	Indian Railways, TaxiBazaar

Alappuzha to Varkala