VAK → PAY · 7 direct trains
Trains from Varkala to Payyanur
7 direct trains run from Varkala (VAK) to Payyanur (PAY). The fastest train is 16346 Nethravathi Exp, completing the journey in 9h 18m. Trains depart between 04:14 and 21:45. The distance is approximately 480 km.
Total Trains
7
Fastest
9h 18m
16346
First Train
04:14
Last Train
21:45
Distance
480 km
Varkala to Payyanur Train Timetable
Complete list of 7 direct trains from VAK to PAY with departure, arrival, duration and running days.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16606 Ernad Express Express | 04:14 | 14:49 | 10h 35m | Daily | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S |
| 16346 Nethravathi Exp Express | 09:52 | 19:10 | 9h 18m | Daily | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S |
| 16329 Majn Amritbharat Express | 13:45 | 01:19Day 2 | 11h 34m | Tue | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S |
| 16313 Tvcn-Majn Antyodaya Exp Express | 17:45 | 03:45Day 2 | 10h | Mon | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S |
| 16629 Malabar Express Express | 19:32 | 07:19Day 2 | 11h 47m | Daily | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S |
| 16604 Maveli Express Express | 20:04 | 05:30Day 2 | 9h 26m | Daily | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S |
| 16347 Mangalore Exp Express | 21:45 | 08:35Day 2 | 10h 50m | Daily | 1A, 2A, 3A, SL, 2S |
Stations on the Varkala to Payyanur route
Stops on 16346 Nethravathi Exp, the fastest train on this corridor (22 stations).
- 1. VAK Varkala
- 2. QLN Kollam Jn
- 3. KPY Karunagapalli
- 4. KYJ Kayankulam
- 5. HAD Harippadu
- 6. AMPA Ambalapuzha
- 7. ALLP Alleppey
- 8. SRTL Shertallai
- 9. ERS Ernakulam Jn
- 10. AWY Aluva (Alwaye)
- 11. DINR Divine Nagar
- 12. TCR Thrisur
- 13. SRR Shoranur Jn
- 14. KTU Kuttippuram
- 15. TIR Tirur
- 16. PGI Parpanangadi
- 17. CLT Kozhikkode (Calicut)
- 18. BDJ Vadakara (Badagara)
- 19. TLY Thalassery (Tellicherry)
- 20. CAN Kannur (Cannanore)
- 21. KPQ Kannapuram
- 22. PAY Payyanur
Other Routes from Varkala
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trains run from Varkala to Payyanur?▼
There are 7 direct trains running from Varkala (VAK) to Payyanur (PAY). Check the timetable below for the complete list with departure times and running days.
Which is the fastest train from Varkala to Payyanur?▼
The fastest train is 16346 Nethravathi Exp, which covers the distance in 9h 18m. It departs at 09:52 and arrives at 19:10.
What is the first and last train from Varkala to Payyanur?▼
The first train departs at 04:14 and the last train departs at 21:45. Check the timetable for specific trains and their running days.
What is the distance from Varkala to Payyanur by train?▼
The distance from Varkala to Payyanur by train is approximately 480 km. Journey time varies from 9h 18m depending on the train type.
How to check seat availability for Varkala to Payyanur 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 Varkala and Payyanur?▼
On the fastest train, Varkala to Payyanur calls at Kollam Jn (QLN), Karunagapalli (KPY), Kayankulam (KYJ), Harippadu (HAD), Ambalapuzha (AMPA), Alleppey (ALLP), Shertallai (SRTL), Ernakulam Jn (ERS), Aluva (Alwaye) (AWY), Divine Nagar (DINR), Thrisur (TCR), Shoranur Jn (SRR), Kuttippuram (KTU), Tirur (TIR), Parpanangadi (PGI), Kozhikkode (Calicut) (CLT), Vadakara (Badagara) (BDJ), Thalassery (Tellicherry) (TLY), Kannur (Cannanore) (CAN), Kannapuram (KPQ). Other trains on this route may skip some of these stops.
About Varkala to Payyanur Route
The Varkala to Payyanur route is served by 7 direct trains operated by Indian Railways. The fastest option is 16346 Nethravathi Exp with a journey time of 9h 18m. The rail distance is approximately 480 km.
Trains leave Varkala between 04:14 (first) and 21:45 (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.