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

The cheapest way to get from Porayar to Salem is to train which costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,800 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porayar to Salem is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs ₹2,500 - ₹3,700.

Is there a direct bus between Porayar and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from Porayar to Salem. However, there are services departing from Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Salem, Tamil Nadu via Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Porayar and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from Porayar to Salem. However, there are services departing from Vaithisvarankoil and arriving at Salem Town via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Porayar to Salem?

The distance between Porayar and Salem is 282 km. The road distance is 227.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Porayar to Salem without a car is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,800.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Porayar to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porayar to Salem bus from?

Porayar to Salem bus services, operated by ACLS Navigator, depart from Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Porayar to Salem train from?

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

Train or bus from Porayar to Salem?

The best way to get from Porayar to Salem is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Porayar to Salem bus arrive?

Porayar to Salem bus services, operated by ACLS Navigator, arrive at Salem, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Porayar to Salem train arrive?

Porayar to Salem train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Salem Town station.

Can I drive from Porayar to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Porayar to Salem is 228 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Porayar to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 211+ hotels available in Salem.

Porayar to Salem - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Porayar to Salem by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Vaithisvarankoil to Salem Towntrain 16530
6h 56m
₹1,141–2,712
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadubus Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu - Salem, Tamil Nadu
7h 56m
Drive 227.6 km
1. Drive from Porayar to Salemcar 227.6 km
3h 20m
₹2,561–3,698
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porayar to Salemtaxi 227.6 km
3h 20m
₹4,700–6,000

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Distance: 281.8 km
Duration: 6h 56m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Vaithisvarankoil to Salem Town once daily. Tickets cost ₹200–1,600 and the journey takes 6h 29m. Alternatively, ACLS Navigator operates a bus from Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadu every 4 hours, and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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