Trivandrum to Varkala

Trivandrum to Varkala

Trivandrum
Varkala
Mon, Jun 15
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Trivandrum to Varkala Destination Reviews

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Great that foreigner can buy a Ticket without all troubles of identify and Indian Creditcard. If your fees would be some less I would give you Excellent +
Trivandrum to Varkala, Train #16342 2S - Second Sitting Class, Indian Railways, Jan 28, 2026
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Trivandrum to Varkala Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
TravelODesk India
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+45m
$37.00
Train
Indian Railways
SL - Sleeper Class
00:25
01:06
$1.75
  5.0
Train
Indian Railways
2S - Second Sitting Class
03:40
04:13
$0.65
Train
Indian Railways
SL - Sleeper Class
04:25
05:00
$1.75
  5.0
Bus
Sbm Traansport
AC Sleeper
05:10
07:20
$23.01
Bus
Sbm Traansport
AC Sleeper
05:30
07:20
$31.78
Train
Indian Railways
2S - Second Sitting Class
05:55
06:32
$0.92
Train
Indian Railways
2S - Second Sitting Class
06:15
06:59
$0.65
Train
Indian Railways
SL - Sleeper Class
06:45
07:24
$1.75
  5.0
Bus
Sbm Traansport
AC Sleeper
07:05
08:20
$23.01
Bus
Sbm Traansport
AC Sleeper
07:25
09:35
$24.10
Bus
Sbm Traansport
AC Sleeper
07:45
09:35
$35.07
Bus
Sbm Traansport
AC Sleeper
08:20
09:35
$24.10
Bus
Sbm Traansport
AC Sleeper
08:45
10:35
$30.68
Train
Indian Railways
SL - Sleeper Class
09:15
09:54
$1.75
  5.0
Train
Indian Railways
SL - Sleeper Class
10:40
11:22
$1.75
  5.0
Train
Indian Railways
SL - Sleeper Class
12:15
12:52
$2.06
  5.0
Train
Indian Railways
SL - Sleeper Class
12:40
13:25
$1.75
  5.0
Train
Indian Railways
2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper
14:15
14:35
$15.56
Train
Indian Railways
SL - Sleeper Class
15:00
15:38
$2.06
  5.0

How to get from Trivandrum to Varkala

Travelling between Trivandrum 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 104.50 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 3.26.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 2 hours to travel between Trivandrum and Varkala depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Trivandrum and Varkala. Train will bring you to your destination in 35m. Train does a much slower job and take about 1h 14m to reach Varkala.

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

Travelling between Trivandrum and Varkala can be as cheap as USD 3.26 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 104.50 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 Trivandrum and Varkala ?

  • 31 from Trivandrum to Varkala starting from 05:20 Trivandrum Central until 20:30 Trivandrum Central
  • 5 from Trivandrum to Varkala starting from 00:00 Trivandrum Airport until 00:00 Trivandrum Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Trivandrum 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 Trivandrum and Varkala

TaxiBazaar, TravelODesk India

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 Trivandrum 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

  • 98% took a train
  • 2% bought a taxi ride

Transportation from Trivandrum to Varkala

Facts about the transport from Trivandrum to Varkala

Cheapest Transport$4
Fastest Transport35m
Earliest Departure5:20 AM
Latest Departure8:30 PM
Departures per day36
Distance30 kilometers
Transport CompaniesIndian Railways, TaxiBazaar, TravelODesk India