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

The cheapest way to get from Nellore to Salem is to train which costs ₹360 - ₹2,900 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nellore to Salem is to train and fly which takes 6h 2m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Nellore and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from Nellore to Salem. However, there are services departing from Nellore and arriving at Salem via Tirupati. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Nellore and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from Nellore to Salem. However, there are services departing from Nellore and arriving at Salem Town via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Nellore to Salem?

The distance between Nellore and Salem is 446 km. The road distance is 421.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Nellore to Salem without a car is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,900.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Nellore to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nellore to Salem bus from?

Nellore to Salem bus services, operated by Yaswanth Travels, depart from Nellore station.

Where do I catch the Nellore to Salem train from?

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

Train or bus from Nellore to Salem?

The best way to get from Nellore to Salem is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs ₹360 - ₹2,900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,500 - ₹5,000 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Nellore to Salem bus arrive?

Nellore to Salem bus services, operated by Yaswanth Travels, arrive at Tirupati station.

Where does the Nellore to Salem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nellore to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Nellore to Salem is 422 km. It takes approximately 6h 16m to drive from Nellore to Salem.

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

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Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 217+ hotels available in Salem.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nellore to Salem Jntrain 22504 / ...
8h 5m
₹369–2,884
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nellore to Tirupatibus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Tirupati to Salembus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
9h 25m
₹1,515–4,992
Drive 421.9 km
1. Drive from Nellore to Salemcar 421.9 km
6h 16m
₹4,128–5,962
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nellore to Salemtaxi 421.9 km
6h 16m
₹8,500–11,000
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Nellore to Chennai Centraltrain
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
6h 2m
₹5,702–10,853
Bus via Chennai
1. Take the bus from Nellore to Chennaibus redbusIndia_A/C Seater / Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Chennai to Salembus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
10h 13m

Nellore to Salem by train

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Distance: 446 km
Duration: 8h 5m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Nellore to Salem Jn every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹260–2,100 and the journey takes 6h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nellore to Salem via Tirupati in around 9h 25m.

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