Varkala to Kodaikanal Trains: Book from 4 Trains, Check Fares, Timetable

Q: What are the details of the Varkala to Kodaikanal train time?

4 trains run from Varkala to Kodaikanal, please find below their departure times 16128 train (GUV CHENNAI EXP) - Departs at 04:17 hrs and running days ( Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat ) 20636 train (ANANTAPURI EXP) - Departs at 15:19 hrs and running days ( Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat ) 16730 train (PUU MDU EXPRESS) - Departs at 18:59 hrs and running days ( Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat ) 16343 train (AMRITHA EXP) - Departs at 21:10 hrs and running days ( Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat )

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Varkala to Kodaikanal Trains

Train tickets available on 4 trains from Varkala to Kodaikanal for Mon, 1 Jun 2026

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16128 GUV CHENNAI EXP

S M T W T F S

04:17 VAK

7h 48m

12:05 KQN

16128 Running Status

0 sec ago

0 sec ago

0 sec ago

Nearby Station

20636 ANANTAPURI EXP

S M T W T F S

15:19 VAK

6h 21m

21:40 MDU

20636 Running Status

7 hrs ago

₹1530

WL 3

Alternate Travel Plan

6 days ago

₹925

WL 5

Alternate Travel Plan

11 hrs ago

13 hrs ago

Nearby Station

16730 PUU MDU EXPRESS

S M T W T F S

18:59 VAK

8h 36m

03:35 MDU

16730 Running Status

9 hrs ago

₹625

WL 8

Alternate Travel Plan

49 min ago

₹240

WL 1

Alternate Travel Plan

Nearby Station

16343 AMRITHA EXP

S M T W T F S

21:10 VAK

12h 10m

09:20 MDU

16343 Running Status

0 sec ago

0 sec ago

10 hrs ago

Alternate Travel Plan

13 hrs ago

₹355

WL 74

Alternate Travel Plan

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Trains from Varkala to Kodaikanal

4 trains run between Varkala and Kodaikanal. Varkala has 1 stations, from which you can easily book train tickets to Kodaikanal.

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Varkala to Kodaikanal Train Distance

The distance between Varkala and Kodaikanal is approximately 383km. Varkala to Kodaikanal distance by train is covered in about 7:48 hours. The fastest train between these cities takes approximately 7:48 hours and halts at a few stations. Some train services take longer to cover the Varkala to Kodaikanal train distance. To reduce your travel time, check train routes and train timetables before booking your ticket.

Varkala to Kodaikanal Train Ticket Price

If you are in search of affordable train tickets from Varkala to Kodaikanal, ConfirmTkt is the best platform. The Varkala to Kodaikanal train ticket price varies according to travel dates, coach type, and individual preferences. Travellers can find Varkala to Kodaikanal train fare priced between ₹260 and ₹960, with the lowest price starting at ₹260. Below are the minimum Varkala to Kodaikanal train reservation ticket prices for all classes:

Class	Minimum Price
2A	₹950
3A	₹675
SL	₹255

Daily Trains from Varkala to Kodaikanal

A total of 1 trains run daily from Varkala to Kodaikanal. See the details below:

Train Name (No.)	Day of Departure	Time of Departure	Time of Arrival	Origin Station	Destination Station	Total Time of Travel
GUV CHENNAI EXP (16128)	Daily	04:17	12:05	Varkala Sivagiri	Kodaikanal Road	7:48 hrs

First Train from Varkala to Kodaikanal

The first train from Varkala to Kodaikanal is GUV CHENNAI EXP. It starts from Varkala at 04:17 and reaches Kodaikanal at 12:05.

Last Train from Varkala to Kodaikanal

The last train from Varkala to Kodaikanal is GUV CHENNAI EXP. It starts from Varkala at 04:17 and reaches Kodaikanal at 12:05.

Fastest Train from Varkala to Kodaikanal

The fastest train from Varkala to Kodaikanal is GUV CHENNAI EXP. The total Varkala to Kodaikanal distance by train is 383 km. It takes only 7:48 hours to cover.

Cheapest Train from Varkala to Kodaikanal

The cheapest train from Varkala to Kodaikanal is GUV CHENNAI EXP (16128). The lowest price for Varkala to Kodaikanal train ticket is ₹260.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the details of the Varkala to Kodaikanal train time?

4 trains run between Varkala and Kodaikanal. Please find below the details of Varkala to Kodaikanal train time:

16128 GUV CHENNAI EXP departs Varkala at 04:17 and reaches Kodaikanal at 12:05 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
20636 ANANTAPURI EXP departs Varkala at 15:19 and reaches Kodaikanal at 21:40 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
16730 PUU MDU EXPRESS departs Varkala at 18:59 and reaches Kodaikanal at 03:35 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
16343 AMRITHA EXP departs Varkala at 21:10 and reaches Kodaikanal at 09:20 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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You can book train tickets for the Varkala to Kodaikanal route up to 60 days in advance.

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Which factors influence the Varkala to Kodaikanal train ticket price?

The Varkala to Kodaikanal train ticket rate depends on the date of travel, seasonal demand, coach type, individual preferences and more. The ticket fare varies between ₹260 and ₹960, with the lowest Varkala to Kodaikanal train ticket price starting at ₹260.