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

The cheapest way to get from Melur to Salem is to bus which costs ₹700 - ₹1,800 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melur to Salem is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs ₹2,300 - ₹3,400.

Is there a direct bus between Melur and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from Melur to Salem. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Madurai - Melur Bypass and arriving at Salem via Madurai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Melur and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from Melur to Salem. However, there are services departing from Madurai Jn and arriving at Salem Town via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Melur to Salem?

The distance between Melur and Salem is 249 km. The road distance is 205.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Melur to Salem without a car is to bus which takes 5h 2m and costs ₹700 - ₹1,800.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Melur to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melur to Salem bus from?

Melur to Salem bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Madurai station.

Where do I catch the Melur to Salem train from?

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

Train or bus from Melur to Salem?

The best way to get from Melur to Salem is to bus which takes 5h 2m and costs ₹700 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹750 - ₹3,000 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Melur to Salem bus arrive?

Melur to Salem bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Salem station.

Where does the Melur to Salem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melur to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Melur to Salem is 206 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Melur to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 219+ hotels available in Salem.

Melur to Salem - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Melur to Salem by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Salembus Madurai - Salem
5h 2m
₹703–1,719
Bus #3
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Salembus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
5h 7m
₹701–2,421
Train
1. Take the train from Madurai Jn to Salem Jntrain 17236 / ...
5h 33m
₹795–2,958
Drive 205.5 km
1. Drive from Melur to Salemcar 205.5 km
3h 5m
₹2,306–3,331
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melur to Salemtaxi 205.5 km
3h 5m
₹4,200–5,500
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Madurai to Salembus
5h 2m
₹913–2,419

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Distance: 248.8 km
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Melur, Tamil Nādu, India and Salem, India?

IntrCity SmartBus operates a bus from Madurai to Salem twice daily. Tickets cost ₹440–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 30m. 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 3h 55m.

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