Varkala to Madurai Trains

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4 Direct Trains Running from Varkala to Madurai

16730 PUU MDU EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
3A, SL
18:59
08h 36m
03:35
Varkala (VAK)
16730 running status
Madurai (MDU)
16343 AMRITHA EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
21:10
12h 45m
09:55
Varkala (VAK)
16343 running status
Madurai (MDU)
16128 GUV CHENNAI EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL, 2S
04:08
07h 07m
11:15
Varkala (VAK)
16128 running status
Madurai (MDU)
20636 ANANTAPURI EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
15:19
06h 11m
21:30
Varkala (VAK)
20636 running status
Madurai (MDU)

7 Trains from Varkala to Madurai nearby stations

12662 POTHIGAI SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
18:45
03h 05m
21:50
Sengottai (SCT)
12662 running status
Madurai (MDU)
16102 QLN MS EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
SL, 2A, 3A
12:00
06h 30m
18:30
Kollam (QLN)
16102 running status
Madurai (MDU)
16328 GUV MDU EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A
12:10
07h 00m
19:10
Kollam (QLN)
16328 running status
Madurai (MDU)
22628 TVC TPJ SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2S, CC
11:35
05h 10m
16:45
Trivandrum (TVC)
22628 running status
Madurai (MDU)
16361 ERS VLNK EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
16:40
05h 23m
22:03
Kollam (QLN)
16361 running status
Virudunagar (VPT)
20684 SCT TBM SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3E, 2A
16:30
02h 53m
19:23
Sengottai (SCT)
20684 running status
Virudunagar (VPT)
06061 ERS VLNK SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
03:00
05h 23m
08:23
Kollam (QLN)
06061 running status
Virudunagar (VPT)
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Weekly Trains from Varkala to Madurai

There are 1 trains running weekly from Varkala to Madurai. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Varkala to Madurai.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationStarting Ticket Price
ERS VLNK SPL (06061)03:0008:2305 hrs 23 mins-

Daily Trains from Varkala to Madurai

There are 8 trains running daily from Varkala to Madurai. Below is a list of trains running daily from Varkala to Madurai.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationCheapest Ticket Price
PUU MDU EXPRESS (16730)18:5903:3508 hrs 36 mins₹225
AMRITHA EXP (16343)21:1009:5512 hrs 45 mins₹335
GUV CHENNAI EXP (16128)04:0811:1507 hrs 07 mins₹140
ANANTAPURI EXP (20636)15:1921:3006 hrs 11 mins₹255
POTHIGAI SF EXP (12662)18:4521:5003 hrs 05 mins₹175
QLN MS EXPRESS (16102)12:0018:3006 hrs 30 mins₹190
GUV MDU EXP (16328)12:1019:1007 hrs 00 mins₹190
TVC TPJ SF EXP (22628)11:3516:4505 hrs 10 mins₹140
Madurai to Varkala trains

Varkala to Madurai Train Overview

Are you looking for Varkala to Madurai trains? You must check out some important train-related information for your desired route. Find out the ticket price, distance, duration and other key details of trains running from Varkala to Madurai. 

Varkala to Madurai Distance 

295 kms

Varkala to Madurai Duration

 06h 22m

Total number of trains running from Varkala to Madurai 

11

Number of trains running daily from Varkala to Madurai 

8

Number of trains running weekly from Varkala to Madurai 

1 

Fastest train from Varkala to Madurai 

SCT TBM SF EXP (20684)

Cheapest train from Varkala to Madurai 

16128 (GUV CHENNAI EXP)

Departure timing of the first train from Varkala

03:00

Departure timing of the last train from Varkala

21:10

First train from Varkala to Madurai

ERS VLNK SPL,(06061)

Last train from Varkala to Madurai 

AMRITHA EXP (16343)

Number of Major railway stations in Varkala

1

Number of Major railway stations in Madurai 

2 

Varkala to Madurai Train Timings

The first train running from Varkala to Madurai is at 03:00, while the last train is at 21:10. Based on your preferred timings, you can choose the train available for the Varkala to Madurai route.

Varkala to Madurai Distance

The distance between Varkala and Madurai is about 295 kms. To cover this route, you will need about 06h 22m. The duration might vary depending on whether you travel in a passenger, express, or superfast train. 

Varkala to Madurai Train Ticket Price

The average train ticket price from Varkala to Madurai is ₹140.0, while the maximum ticket price from Varkala to Madurai is ₹1515.0.  The train price will depend on the type of train and travel class you choose. 

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FAQs on Varkala to Madurai Train

How to book Tatkal tickets from Varkala to Madurai?

As per the new Tatkal booking rules, users must link their IRCTC account with their Aadhaar number to make successful booking.

How many days in advance can I book a train from Varkala to Madurai?

As per IRCTC rules, you can book train tickets 60 days in advance.

How can I reach redRail’s customer support for help with booking issues?

For any train ticket booking queries from Varkala to Madurai, call redRail customer support at 9902977777.

What is the best way to travel to Madurai from Varkala?

Travelling by train is the most convenient option for passengers commuting frequently. You can book train tickets from Varkala to Madurai in your preferred travel class and enjoy your travel.

How many trains run from Varkala to Madurai?

There are 11 trains that run from Varkala to Madurai route. Some trains run on a daily basis. On the other hand, some trains run weekly and can be booked in advance.

Which is the fastest train running from Varkala to Madurai?

SCT TBM SF EXP (20684) is the fastest among the Varkala to Madurai Trains. It departs from Sengottai (SCT) at 16:30 and arrives at Virudunagar (VPT) at 19:23, covering the distance in just 02 hrs 53 mins.

What are the first and last train timings from Varkala to Madurai?

The first train departs from Varkala to Madurai is at 03:00 while, the last train depart at 21:10

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