SA → VAK · 6 direct trains

Trains from Salem Jn to Varkala

6 direct trains run from Salem Jn (SA) to Varkala (VAK). The fastest train is 16331 Trivandram Exp, completing the journey in 9h 57m. Trains depart between 00:25 and 23:55. The distance is approximately 533 km.

Total Trains

6

Fastest

9h 57m

16331

First Train

00:25

Last Train

23:55

Distance

533 km

Check AvailabilitySA StationVAK StationVarkala → Salem Jn

Salem Jn to Varkala Train Timetable

Complete list of 6 direct trains from SA to VAK with departure, arrival, duration and running days.

TrainDepartsArrivesDurationDaysClasses
16526
Kanyakumari Exp
Express
00:25Day 210:3710h 12mDaily1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S
17230
Sabari Express
Express
04:55Day 216:3911h 44mDaily1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S
12660
Gurudev Exp
Superfast
07:15Day 318:2911h 14mWed1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S
12626
Kerala Sf Exp
Superfast
09:40Day 320:2210h 42mDaily1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S
16331
Trivandram Exp
Express
19:35Day 205:32Day 39h 57mSun1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S
12623
Mas Tvc Sf Mail
Superfast
23:5510:09Day 210h 14mDaily1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S

Stations on the Salem Jn to Varkala route

Stops on 16331 Trivandram Exp, the fastest train on this corridor (17 stations).

  1. 1. SA Salem Jn
  2. 2. ED Erode Jn
  3. 3. TUP Tiruppur
  4. 4. CBE Coimbatore Jn
  5. 5. PTJ Podanur Jn
  6. 6. PGT Palakkad
  7. 7. OTP Ottappalam
  8. 8. TCR Thrisur
  9. 9. AWY Aluva (Alwaye)
  10. 10. ERS Ernakulam Jn
  11. 11. SRTL Shertallai
  12. 12. ALLP Alleppey
  13. 13. AMPA Ambalapuzha
  14. 14. HAD Harippadu
  15. 15. KYJ Kayankulam
  16. 16. QLN Kollam Jn
  17. 17. VAK Varkala

Other Routes from Salem Jn

SA → ED(47 trains)SA → KPD(42 trains)SA → CBE(40 trains)SA → TUP(40 trains)SA → JTJ(36 trains)SA → PGT(35 trains)SA → TCR(31 trains)SA → AWY(28 trains)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many trains run from Salem Jn to Varkala?▼

There are 6 direct trains running from Salem Jn (SA) to Varkala (VAK). Check the timetable below for the complete list with departure times and running days.

Which is the fastest train from Salem Jn to Varkala?▼

The fastest train is 16331 Trivandram Exp, which covers the distance in 9h 57m. It departs at 19:35 and arrives at 05:32.

What is the first and last train from Salem Jn to Varkala?▼

The first train departs at 00:25 and the last train departs at 23:55. Check the timetable for specific trains and their running days.

What is the distance from Salem Jn to Varkala by train?▼

The distance from Salem Jn to Varkala by train is approximately 533 km. Journey time varies from 9h 57m depending on the train type.

How to check seat availability for Salem Jn to Varkala trains?▼

Use the "Check Availability" button above to search for trains on your travel date. You can check real-time seat availability and book tickets through IRCTC.

Which stations fall between Salem Jn and Varkala?▼

On the fastest train, Salem Jn to Varkala calls at Erode Jn (ED), Tiruppur (TUP), Coimbatore Jn (CBE), Podanur Jn (PTJ), Palakkad (PGT), Ottappalam (OTP), Thrisur (TCR), Aluva (Alwaye) (AWY), Ernakulam Jn (ERS), Shertallai (SRTL), Alleppey (ALLP), Ambalapuzha (AMPA), Harippadu (HAD), Kayankulam (KYJ), Kollam Jn (QLN). Other trains on this route may skip some of these stops.

About Salem Jn to Varkala Route

The Salem Jn to Varkala route is served by 6 direct trains operated by Indian Railways. The fastest option is 16331 Trivandram Exp with a journey time of 9h 57m. The rail distance is approximately 533 km.

Trains leave Salem Jn between 00:25 (first) and 23:55 (last). Check seats and book on IRCTC.

Train data from public Indian Railways schedules, last refreshed 2026-10-15. This is an independent service, not affiliated with IRCTC, CRIS, or Indian Railways. Always verify schedules with official sources before travel.