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

The cheapest way to get from Marakkanam to Salem is to bus which costs ₹700 - ₹2,100 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Marakkanam to Salem is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs ₹2,600 - ₹3,900.

Is there a direct bus between Marakkanam and Salem?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Marakanam and arriving at Salem. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Marakkanam and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from Marakkanam to Salem. However, there are services departing from Melmaruvattur and arriving at Salem Town via Villupuram Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Marakkanam to Salem?

The distance between Marakkanam and Salem is 241 km. The road distance is 237.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Marakkanam to Salem without a car is to bus which takes 4h 44m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,100.

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

The bus from Marakanam to Salem takes 4h 44m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Marakkanam to Salem bus from?

Marakkanam to Salem bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Marakanam station.

Where do I catch the Marakkanam to Salem train from?

Marakkanam to Salem train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Melmaruvattur station.

Train or bus from Marakkanam to Salem?

The best way to get from Marakkanam to Salem is to bus which takes 4h 44m and costs ₹700 - ₹2,100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,300 - ₹3,800 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Marakkanam to Salem bus arrive?

Marakkanam to Salem bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Salem station.

Where does the Marakkanam to Salem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Marakkanam to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Marakkanam to Salem is 237 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Marakkanam to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 212+ hotels available in Salem.

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There are 5 ways to get from Marakkanam to Salem by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Marakanam to Salembus
4h 44m
₹700–2,100
Train
1. Take the train from Melmaruvattur to Villupuram Jntrain 12605 / ...
2. Take the train from Villupuram Jn to Salem Towntrain 22153
5h 45m
₹1,339–3,728
Drive 237.1 km
1. Drive from Marakkanam to Salemcar 237.1 km
3h 35m
₹2,675–3,864
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Marakkanam to Salemtaxi 237.1 km
3h 35m
₹4,900–6,000
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Marakkanam Bypass to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
4h 56m
₹4,225–10,704

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

7Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

₹4,179Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.7 km
Duration: 4h 44m

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

Kallada Tours and Travels operates a bus from Marakanam to Salem twice daily. Tickets cost ₹700–2,100 and the journey takes 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Marakkanam to Salem Town via Melmaruvattur and Villupuram Jn in around 5h 45m.

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