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9 Direct Trains Running from Varkala to Salem

12625 KERALA SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
12:53
10h 39m
23:32
Varkala (VAK)
12625 running status
Salem (SA)
16382 CAPE PUNE EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
11:23
11h 24m
22:47
Varkala (VAK)
16382 running status
Salem (SA)
16525 CAPE SBC EXPRES
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL
13:26
12h 11m
01:37
Varkala (VAK)
16525 running status
Salem (SA)
12696 TVC MAS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
17:51
10h 41m
04:32
Varkala (VAK)
12696 running status
Salem (SA)
12624 TVC MAS SF MAIL
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
15:39
10h 53m
02:32
Varkala (VAK)
12624 running status
Salem (SA)
17229 SABARI EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
07:25
11h 12m
18:37
Varkala (VAK)
17229 running status
Salem (SA)
12659 GURUDEV SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
16:50
10h 57m
03:47
Varkala (VAK)
12659 running status
Salem (SA)
16332 TVC CSMT EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
05:01
10h 56m
15:57
Varkala (VAK)
16332 running status
Salem (SA)
06556 TVCN SMVB SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A
14:36
11h 11m
01:47
Varkala (VAK)
06556 running status
Salem (SA)

19 Trains from Varkala to Salem nearby stations

12778 TVCN UBL SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3E, 3A, 2A
13:45
09h 37m
23:22
Kollam (QLN)
12778 running status
Salem (SA)
16316 TVCN MYS EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL, 3E
17:40
09h 57m
03:37
Kollam (QLN)
16316 running status
Salem (SA)
16319 SMVB HUMSAFAR
M T W T F S S
3A, SL, 2S
19:10
09h 57m
05:07
Kollam (QLN)
16319 running status
Salem (SA)
22503 DBRG VIVEK EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
20:45
10h 02m
06:47
Kollam (QLN)
22503 running status
Salem (SA)
22641 SHALIMAR SF EXP
M T W T F S S
3A, 3E, 2A, SL
17:53
10h 14m
04:07
Kollam (QLN)
22641 running status
Salem (SA)
12258 TVCN YPR GR EXP
M T W T F S S
3E
17:53
10h 14m
04:07
Kollam (QLN)
12258 running status
Salem (SA)
12507 ARONAI EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
17:53
10h 14m
04:07
Kollam (QLN)
12507 running status
Salem (SA)
12512 RAPTISAGAR EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A, 1A
07:35
10h 22m
17:57
Kollam (QLN)
12512 running status
Salem (SA)
12643 TVC NZM SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3E, SL
15:13
10h 34m
01:47
Kollam (QLN)
12643 running status
Salem (SA)
12698 TVC MAS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL, 3E
20:13
08h 39m
04:52
Kollam (QLN)
12698 running status
Salem (SA)
16317 HIMSAGAR EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL, 3E
17:15
10h 42m
03:57
Kollam (QLN)
16317 running status
Salem (SA)
16562 TVCN YPR AC EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A
13:45
09h 57m
23:42
Kollam (QLN)
16562 running status
Salem (SA)
17422 QLN TPTY EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
10:45
10h 42m
21:27
Kollam (QLN)
17422 running status
Salem (SA)
18568 QLN VSKP EXPRES
M T W T F S S
3A, 3E, 2A, SL
19:35
10h 32m
06:07
Kollam (QLN)
18568 running status
Salem (SA)
22208 MAS SF AC EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 1A
20:13
08h 54m
05:07
Kollam (QLN)
22208 running status
Salem (SA)
22620 TEN BSP SF EXP
M T W T F S S
3A, SL, 3E, 2A
05:28
10h 29m
15:57
Kollam (QLN)
22620 running status
Salem (SA)
22646 AHILYANAGARI EX
M T W T F S S
2A, 3E, SL
07:35
10h 22m
17:57
Kollam (QLN)
22646 running status
Salem (SA)
06578 QLN SMVB SPL
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
10:45
10h 35m
21:20
Kollam (QLN)
06578 running status
Salem (SA)
07194 QLN HYB SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
10:45
10h 42m
21:27
Kollam (QLN)
07194 running status
Salem (SA)
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Varkala to Salem Train Overview

Are you looking for Varkala to Salem 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 Salem. 

Varkala to Salem Distance 

524 kms

Varkala to Salem Duration

 10h 27m

Total number of trains running from Varkala to Salem 

28

Number of trains running daily from Varkala to Salem 

8

Number of trains running weekly from Varkala to Salem 

14 

Fastest train from Varkala to Salem 

TVC MAS SF EXP (12698)

Cheapest train from Varkala to Salem 

16316 (TVCN MYS EXP)

Departure timing of the first train from Varkala

05:01

Departure timing of the last train from Varkala

20:45

First train from Varkala to Salem

TVC CSMT EXP,(16332)

Last train from Varkala to Salem 

DBRG VIVEK EXP (22503)

Number of Major railway stations in Varkala

1

Number of Major railway stations in Salem 

6 
Salem to Varkala trains

Weekly Trains from Varkala to Salem

There are 14 trains running weekly from Varkala to Salem. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Varkala to Salem.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationStarting Ticket Price
GURUDEV SF EXP (12659)16:5003:4710 hrs 57 mins₹355
TVC CSMT EXP (16332)05:0115:5710 hrs 56 mins₹320
TVCN SMVB SPL (06556)14:3601:4711 hrs 11 mins₹1130
TVCN UBL SF EXP (12778)13:4523:2209 hrs 37 mins₹345
ARONAI EXPRESS (12507)17:5304:0710 hrs 14 mins₹345
TVC NZM SF EXP (12643)15:1301:4710 hrs 34 mins₹340
TVC MAS SF EXP (12698)20:1304:5208 hrs 39 mins₹325
HIMSAGAR EXP (16317)17:1503:5710 hrs 42 mins₹315
TVCN YPR AC EXP (16562)13:4523:4209 hrs 57 mins-
QLN VSKP EXPRES (18568)19:3506:0710 hrs 32 mins₹315
TEN BSP SF EXP (22620)05:2815:5710 hrs 29 mins₹340
AHILYANAGARI EX (22646)07:3517:5710 hrs 22 mins₹340
QLN SMVB SPL (06578)10:4521:2010 hrs 35 mins₹405
QLN HYB SPL (07194)10:4521:2710 hrs 42 mins₹405

Daily Trains from Varkala to Salem

There are 8 trains running daily from Varkala to Salem. Below is a list of trains running daily from Varkala to Salem.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationCheapest Ticket Price
KERALA SF EXP (12625)12:5323:3210 hrs 39 mins₹355
CAPE PUNE EXP (16382)11:2322:4711 hrs 24 mins₹325
CAPE SBC EXPRES (16525)13:2601:3712 hrs 11 mins₹325
TVC MAS SF EXP (12696)17:5104:3210 hrs 41 mins₹355
TVC MAS SF MAIL (12624)15:3902:3210 hrs 53 mins₹355
SABARI EXPRESS (17229)07:2518:3711 hrs 12 mins₹325
TVCN MYS EXP (16316)17:4003:3709 hrs 57 mins₹310
DBRG VIVEK EXP (22503)20:4506:4710 hrs 02 mins₹345

Varkala to Salem Train Timings

The first train running from Varkala to Salem is at 05:01, while the last train is at 20:45. Based on your preferred timings, you can choose the train available for the Varkala to Salem route.

Varkala to Salem Distance

The distance between Varkala and Salem is about 524 kms. To cover this route, you will need about 10h 27m. The duration might vary depending on whether you travel in a passenger, express, or superfast train. 

Varkala to Salem Train Ticket Price

The average train ticket price from Varkala to Salem is ₹325, while the maximum ticket price from Varkala to Salem is ₹2075.  The train price will depend on the type of train and travel class you choose. 

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FAQs on Varkala to Salem Train

How to book Tatkal tickets from Varkala to Salem?

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 Salem?

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 Salem, call redRail customer support at 9902977777.

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

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

How many trains run from Varkala to Salem?

There are 28 trains that run from Varkala to Salem 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 Salem?

TVC MAS SF EXP (12698) is the fastest among the Varkala to Salem Trains. It departs from Kollam (QLN) at 20:13 and arrives at Salem (SA) at 04:52, covering the distance in just 08 hrs 39 mins.

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

The first train departs from Varkala to Salem is at 05:01 while, the last train depart at 20:45

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