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

The cheapest way to get from Palani to Salem is to train which costs ₹280 - ₹2,300 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palani to Salem is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs ₹1,600 - ₹2,500.

Is there a direct bus between Palani and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from Palani to Salem. However, there are services departing from Palani and arriving at Salem via Gandhipuram. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Palani and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from Palani to Salem. However, there are services departing from Palani and arriving at Salem Town via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Palani to Salem?

The distance between Palani and Salem is 271 km. The road distance is 173.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Palani to Salem without a car is to bus via Coimbatore which takes 4h 53m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹3,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Palani to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palani to Salem bus from?

Palani to Salem bus services, operated by SETC, depart from Palani station.

Where do I catch the Palani to Salem train from?

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

Train or bus from Palani to Salem?

The best way to get from Palani to Salem is to bus via Coimbatore which takes 4h 53m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹3,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹280 - ₹2,300 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Palani to Salem bus arrive?

Palani to Salem bus services, operated by SETC, arrive at Gandhipuram station.

Where does the Palani to Salem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palani to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Palani to Salem is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Palani to Salem.

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

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Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 218+ hotels available in Salem.

Palani to Salem - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus via Coimbatore
best
1. Take the bus from Palani to Gandhipurambus 783Ns
2. Take the bus from Gandhipuram to Salembus
4h 53m
₹1,391–2,960
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Palani to Salem Jntrain 22652
5h 18m
₹287–2,272
Drive 173.3 km
1. Drive from Palani to Salemcar 173.3 km
2h 39m
₹1,682–2,429
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palani to Salemtaxi 173.3 km
2h 39m
₹3,600–4,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pallani to Dindigulbus
2. Take the bus from Dindigul to Salembus
5h 43m

Palani to Salem by train

7Weekly Trains

5h 18mAverage Duration

₹287Cheapest Price

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Distance: 271 km
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Palani to Salem via Gandhipuram in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Palani to Salem Jn once daily. Tickets cost ₹180–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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