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Madurai, India → Salem, India

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Two ways to Travel from Madurai to Salem

Composite routes from Madurai to Salem

Cheapest
3 h 10 min
Car
230 km.
from $12
Other
3 h 10 min
Rideshare
230 km.
from $8.75

Transport providers

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Madurai Jn to Salem
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.67–$41.92

Bus operators

Kallada Tours and Travels

Phone:
8893555000
Email:
Website:
kalladatravels.com/
Bus from Madurai to Salem
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.26–$11.43
Bus from Periyar Bus Stand to Salem
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.78

Punchiry Tours and Holidays

Phone:
9995388059
Email:
Website:
punchirytravels.in
Bus from Madurai to Salem
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
3 times a day

FlixBus India

Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Madurai to Salem
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from FlixBus Madurai - Periyar Bus Stand to FlixBus
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Salem is to bus which costs $7.07 - $9.78 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madurai to Salem is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $26.09 - $39.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Salem?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madurai and arriving at Salem. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Madurai to Salem?

The distance between Madurai and Salem is 230 km. The road distance is 231.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Madurai to Salem without a car is to bus which takes 3h 19m and costs $7.07 - $9.78 .

How long does it take to get from Madurai to Salem?

The bus from Madurai to Salem takes 3h 19m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Salem bus from?

Madurai to Salem bus services, operated by Punchiry Tours and Holidays, depart from Madurai station.

Train or bus from Madurai to Salem?

The best way to get from Madurai to Salem is to bus which takes 3h 19m and costs $7.07 - $9.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5.98 - $40.22 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Madurai to Salem bus arrive?

Madurai to Salem bus services, operated by Punchiry Tours and Holidays, arrive at Salem station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Salem is 232 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Madurai to Salem.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madurai to Salem?

Book your Madurai to Salem bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Salem?

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