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4 h 40 min
338 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Chennai Central Station to Salem

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Cheapest
By car (338 km)
4 h 40 min
338 km.
from $18
Other
Rideshare
4 h 40 min
338 km.
from $12.86
Bus, Plane (Fly to Coimbatore International Airport)
5 h 32 min
278 km.
from $71.74
Bus, Plane (Fly to Trichy International Airport)
6 h 53 min
278 km.
from $94.35

Transport providers

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Chennai to Salem
Ave. Duration:
5h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.00

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Salem
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$56.05–$203.80
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Coimbatore
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.76–$242.02
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Trichy
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.50–$343.92

Air India Express

Website:
airindiaexpress.in/en
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Trichy
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$57.32–$114.64

Air India Limited

Website:
airindia.in/
Plane from Chennai International Airport to Coimbatore
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.76–$267.49

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Chennai Central to Salem
Ave. Duration:
5h 12m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.06–$53.50
Train from Chennai Egmore to Salem
Ave. Duration:
5h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.06–$56.05
Train from Coimbatore Jn to Erode
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.91–$16.56
Train from Erode Jn to Salem
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.66–$10.83

Bus operators

Kallada Tours and Travels

Phone:
8893555000
Email:
Website:
kalladatravels.com/
Bus from Trichy to Salem
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.83

Parveen Travels

Phone:
18001020999
Email:
Website:
parveentravels.com/
Bus from Koyambedu-Cmbt to Salem
Ave. Duration:
5h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$14.01

Mettur Super Services

Phone:
6381293949
Email:
Website:
mssbus.com/
Bus from Koyambedu MSS Terminus to Attur
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.22–$20.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Salem?

The cheapest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Salem is to bus via M.G.R. Koyambedu which costs $7.61 - $13.04 and takes 7h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Salem?

The fastest way to get from Chennai Central Station to Salem is to fly which takes 2h 48m and costs $47.83 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Chennai Central Station and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from Chennai Central Station to Salem. However, there are services departing from Government General Hospital and arriving at Salem via Koyambedu-Cmbt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai Central Station and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai Central Station to Salem. However, there are services departing from Chennai Park and arriving at Salem Town via Chennai Egmore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Chennai Central Station to Salem?

The distance between Chennai Central Station and Salem is 282 km. The road distance is 340 km.

How do I travel from Chennai Central Station to Salem without a car?

The best way to get from Chennai Central Station to Salem without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs $5.98 - $50 .

How long does it take to get from Chennai Central Station to Salem?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Chennai Central Station to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai Central Station to Salem bus from?

Chennai Central Station to Salem bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, depart from Koyambedu-Cmbt station.

Where do I catch the Chennai Central Station to Salem train from?

Chennai Central Station to Salem train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chennai Egmore station.

Train, bus or fly from Chennai Central Station to Salem?

The best way to get from Chennai Central Station to Salem is to fly which takes 2h 48m and costs $47.83 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5.98 - $50 and takes 5h 17m, you could also bus via M.G.R. Koyambedu, which costs $7.61 - $13.04 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Chennai Central Station to Salem bus arrive?

Chennai Central Station to Salem bus services, operated by Parveen Travels, arrive at Salem station.

Where does the Chennai Central Station to Salem train arrive?

Chennai Central Station to Salem train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Salem Town station.

Can I drive from Chennai Central Station to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai Central Station to Salem is 340 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Chennai Central Station to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 207+ hotels available in Salem. Prices start at $11.20 per night.

Can I share a ride from Chennai Central Station to Salem?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chennai Central Station and Salem. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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