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

The cheapest way to get from Pāla to Salem is to bus which costs ₹470 - ₹1,600 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pāla to Salem is to bus and fly which takes 3h 45m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹16,000.

Is there a direct bus between Pāla and Salem?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pala and arriving at Salem. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Pāla and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from Pāla to Salem. However, there are services departing from Kottayam and arriving at Salem Market via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Pāla to Salem?

The distance between Pāla and Salem is 334 km. The road distance is 373.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Pāla to Salem without a car is to bus via Vadakkanchery which takes 7h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Pāla to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pāla to Salem bus from?

Pāla to Salem bus services, operated by Kerala Lines, depart from Pala station.

Where do I catch the Pāla to Salem train from?

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

Train or bus from Pāla to Salem?

The best way to get from Pāla to Salem is to bus via Vadakkanchery which takes 7h 41m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,700 and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Pāla to Salem bus arrive?

Pāla to Salem bus services, operated by Kerala Lines, arrive at Vadakkancherry station.

Where does the Pāla to Salem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pāla to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Pāla to Salem is 374 km. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Pāla to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 209+ hotels available in Salem.

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There are 7 ways to get from Pāla to Salem by bus, plane, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Pala to Perumbavoorbus
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Salem (SXV)plane COK - SXV
3h 45m
₹7,176–15,899
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pala to Muvattupuzhabus
2. Take the bus from Muvattupuzha to Salembus
7h 50m
₹473–1,525
Bus via Vadakkanchery
1. Take the bus from Pala to Vadakkancherrybus
2. Take the bus from Vadakkanchery to Salembus
7h 41m
Train
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Salem Jntrain 12625 / ...
9h 46m
₹1,061–3,678
Drive 373.9 km
1. Drive from Pāla to Salemcar 373.9 km
5h 25m
₹4,219–6,094
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pāla to Salemtaxi 373.9 km
5h 25m
₹7,500–9,500
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Pala to Salembus
8h 19m
₹1,000–3,500

Pāla to Salem by bus

21Weekly Buses

7h 50mAverage Duration

₹473Cheapest Price

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Distance: 333.7 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Pala to Salem via Vadakkancherry and Vadakkanchery in around 7h 41m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Salem Jn every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₹260–2,000 and the journey takes 8h 15m.

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