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

The cheapest way to get from Mannar to Salem is to train which costs ₹550 - ₹3,300 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mannar to Salem is to drive which takes 6h 4m and costs ₹4,800 - ₹7,000.

Is there a direct bus between Mannar and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from Mannar to Salem. However, there are services departing from Haripad and arriving at Salem via Aluva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Mannar and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from Mannar to Salem. However, there are services departing from Chengannur and arriving at Salem Market via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.

How far is it from Mannar to Salem?

The distance between Mannar and Salem is 446 km. The road distance is 425.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Mannar to Salem without a car is to bus via Aluva which takes 9h 8m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,100.

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

It takes approximately 9h 8m to get from Mannar to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mannar to Salem bus from?

Mannar to Salem bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, depart from Haripad station.

Where do I catch the Mannar to Salem train from?

Mannar to Salem train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Chengannur station.

Train or bus from Mannar to Salem?

The best way to get from Mannar to Salem is to bus via Aluva which takes 9h 8m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹550 - ₹3,300 and takes 10h 14m.

Where does the Mannar to Salem bus arrive?

Mannar to Salem bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Aluva station.

Where does the Mannar to Salem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mannar to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Mannar to Salem is 425 km. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Mannar to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 212+ hotels available in Salem.

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

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Bus via Aluva
best
1. Take the bus from Haripad to Aluvabus
2. Take the bus from Aluva to Salembus
9h 8m
₹1,204–3,034
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chengannur to Salem Jntrain 12625 / ...
10h 14m
₹595–3,216
Drive 425.3 km
1. Drive from Mannar to Salemcar 425.3 km
6h 4m
₹4,802–6,936
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mannar to Salemtaxi 425.3 km
6h 4m
₹8,500–11,000
Train to Cochin International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Tiruvalla to Aluvatrain
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Salem (SXV)plane COK - SXV
6h 39m
₹6,948–16,553
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Thiruvalla - Muthoor to FlixBus Salem -AVR Circlebus FlixBus IN4450
10h 5m
₹836–2,379
Bus to Trivandrum, fly
1. Take the bus from Haripad to Kaniyapurambus
2. Fly from Trivandrum (TRV) to Salem (SXV)plane TRV - SXV
8h 8m
₹12,719–22,125

Cochin International Airport (COK) to Salem (SXV) flights

3Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

₹3,926Cheapest Price

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Distance: 445.8 km
Duration: 9h 8m

What companies run services between Mannar, Kerala, India and Salem, India?

You can take a vehicle from Mannar to Salem via Haripad, Aluva, and Aluva in around 9h 8m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chengannur to Salem Jn every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹270–2,100 and the journey takes 8h 57m.

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