Facts about the transport from Mahe to Varkala
| Cheapest Transport | $4 |
| Fastest Transport | 8h 35m |
| Earliest Departure | 7:38 AM |
| Latest Departure | 8:45 PM |
| Departures per day | 3 |
| Distance | 429 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Edakalathur Travels, Indian Railways |
Mahe to Varkala
Best Options
$4
$14
Other Options
Transportation from Mahe to Varkala
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Trains$ 3.51
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Buses$ 13.68
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Mahe
From Varkala
Popular Routes in India
How to get from Mahe to Varkala
Travelling between Mahe and Varkala is possible by Bus and train. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 13.67 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 3.51.
How long does it take to get from Mahe to Varkala?
It can take you anywhere between 9 and 11 hours to travel between Mahe and Varkala depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus is the fastest way to travel between Mahe and Varkala. Bus will bring you to your destination in 8h 35m. Train does a much slower job and take about 10h 2m to reach Varkala.
How much does it cost to get from Mahe to Varkala?
Travelling between Mahe and Varkala can be as cheap as USD 3.51 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 13.67 if you buy a Edakalathur Travels Bus 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 Mahe and Varkala ?
- 3 from Mahe to Varkala starting from 07:38 Mahe until 10:05 Mahe
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Mahe to Varkala.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Mahe to Varkala overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Mahe and Varkala
Edakalathur Travels
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 Mahe 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
- 100% took a train