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338 km.
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Three ways to Travel from Chennai to Salem

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Cheapest
By car (338 km)
4 h 41 min
338 km.
from $18
Other
Rideshare
4 h 41 min
338 km.
from $12.86
Bus, Plane
5 h 31 min
280 km.
from $58.60

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

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation

Phone:
+91 9447071021
Email:
Website:
onlineksrtcswift.com/
Bus from Vadalapani to Salem
Ave. Duration:
5h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.59–$13.04

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
Bus from Vadalapani to Salem
Ave. Duration:
7h 16m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.70–$11.96
Bus from Chithra Airport to Salem
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.98–$8.70

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

IntrCity SmartBus

Phone:
+917303093510
Email:
Website:
intrcity.com/
Bus from Koyambedu-Cmbt to Salem
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.19–$33.12

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Salem is to rideshare which costs $10.24 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Salem is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs $47.83 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Salem?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Koyambedu-Cmbt and arriving at Salem. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Salem?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Chennai Egmore and arriving at Salem Town. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Chennai to Salem?

The distance between Chennai and Salem is 282 km. The road distance is 339.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai 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 to Salem?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Chennai to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chennai to Salem bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chennai to Salem train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Salem?

The best way to get from Chennai to Salem is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs $47.83 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5.98 - $50 and takes 5h 17m, you could also bus, which costs $7.61 - $28.26 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Chennai to Salem bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chennai to Salem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chennai to Salem?

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

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