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

The cheapest way to get from Madurai to Salem is to train which costs ₹280 - ₹2,300 and takes 5h 7m.

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 34m and costs ₹2,400 - ₹3,600.

Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Salem?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Salem, Tamil Nadu. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Madurai and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from Madurai to Salem. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Salem Market via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Madurai to Salem?

The distance between Madurai and Salem is 220 km. The road distance is 219.6 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 4h 2m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,100.

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

The bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadu takes 4h 2m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Salem bus from?

Madurai to Salem bus services, operated by Aahhaa Tourist, depart from Madurai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Madurai to Salem train from?

Madurai to Salem train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Madurai Jn station.

Train or bus from Madurai to Salem?

The best way to get from Madurai to Salem is to bus which takes 4h 2m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹280 - ₹2,300 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Madurai to Salem bus arrive?

Madurai to Salem bus services, operated by Aahhaa Tourist, arrive at Salem, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Madurai to Salem train arrive?

Madurai to Salem train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Salem Jn station.

Can I drive from Madurai to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Madurai to Salem is 220 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Madurai to Salem.

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

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Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 211+ hotels available in Salem.

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Salem, Tamil Nadu
4h 2m
₹650–2,100
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Salem Jntrain 17236 / ...
5h 7m
₹289–2,285
Drive 219.6 km
1. Drive from Madurai to Salemcar 219.6 km
3h 34m
₹2,476–3,577
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madurai to Salemtaxi 219.6 km
3h 34m
₹4,500–5,500
Bus via Tiruchirappalli
1. Take the bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadubus Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadubus Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu - Salem, Tamil Nadu
5h 28m

Madurai to Salem by bus

690Weekly Buses

4h 2mAverage Duration

₹650Cheapest Price

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Distance: 220 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Madurai, India and Salem, India?

Aahhaa Tourist operates a bus from Madurai, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadu every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 4h 2m. Kallada Tours and Travels also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Madurai Jn to Salem Jn 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 4h.

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