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

The cheapest way to get from Chennai to Salem (Station) is to train which costs ₹330 - ₹2,600 and takes 6h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chennai to Salem (Station) is to fly which takes 2h 44m and costs ₹4,500 - ₹12,000.

Is there a direct bus between Chennai and Salem (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Salem, Tamil Nadu. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chennai and Salem (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Chennai to Salem (Station). However, there are services departing from Chennai Central and arriving at Salem Market via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Chennai to Salem (Station)?

The distance between Chennai and Salem (Station) is 286 km. The road distance is 321.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chennai to Salem (Station) without a car is to train which takes 6h 48m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,600.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Chennai to Salem (Station), including transfers.

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

Chennai to Salem (Station) bus services, operated by SRL Travels, depart from Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Chennai to Salem (Station)?

The best way to get from Chennai to Salem (Station) is to fly which takes 2h 44m and costs ₹4,500 - ₹12,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹330 - ₹2,600 and takes 6h 48m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Chennai to Salem (Station) bus arrive?

Chennai to Salem (Station) bus services, operated by SRL Travels, arrive at Salem, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Chennai to Salem (Station) train arrive?

Chennai to Salem (Station) train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Salem Jn station.

Can I drive from Chennai to Salem (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Chennai to Salem (Station) is 321 km. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Chennai to Salem (Station).

How do I get a bus ticket from Chennai to Salem (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Salem (Station)?

There are 209+ hotels available in Salem (Station).

Chennai to Salem (Station) - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Chennai to Salem (Station) by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly to Salem
best
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
2h 44m
₹4,513–11,242
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Salem Jntrain 22637 / ...
6h 48m
₹330–2,594
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Salem, Tamil Nadu
6h 56m
Drive 321.2 km
1. Drive from Chennai to Salem (Station)car 321.2 km
5h 4m
₹3,623–5,234
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chennai to Salem (Station)taxi 321.2 km
5h 4m
₹7,000–8,500
Fly to Trichy International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the bus from Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadubus
6h 36m
Bus via Kallakurichi
1. Take the bus from Chennai, Tamil Nadu to Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadubus Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadubus Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu - Salem, Tamil Nadu
7h 4m

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV) flights

7Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

₹4,178Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.8 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Chennai, India and Salem (Station), India?

IndiGo Airlines flies from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV) once daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Salem Jn hourly. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 5h 12m.

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