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

The cheapest way to get from Potheri to Salem is to bus via Salem which costs ₹350 - ₹2,000 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potheri to Salem is to fly which takes 3h and costs ₹4,100 - ₹11,000.

Is there a direct bus between Potheri and Salem?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Potheri station station and arriving at Attur. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Potheri and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from Potheri to Salem. However, there are services departing from Potheri Halt and arriving at Salem Town via Chengalpattu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Potheri to Salem?

The distance between Potheri and Salem is 294 km. The road distance is 282.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Potheri to Salem without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,200.

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

The bus from Potheri station to Attur takes 4h 35m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Potheri to Salem bus from?

Potheri to Salem bus services, operated by Mettur Super Services, depart from Potheri station.

Where do I catch the Potheri to Salem train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Potheri to Salem?

The best way to get from Potheri to Salem is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs ₹330 - ₹2,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹320 - ₹2,600 and takes 6h 1m, you could also fly, which costs ₹4,100 - ₹11,000 and takes 3h.

Where does the Potheri to Salem bus arrive?

Potheri to Salem bus services, operated by Mettur Super Services, arrive at Attur station.

Where does the Potheri to Salem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potheri to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Potheri to Salem is 283 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Potheri to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 211+ hotels available in Salem.

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Potheri station to Atturbus
4h 35m
₹330–2,200
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chengalpattu to Salem Towntrain 22153
6h 1m
₹322–2,567
Drive 282.6 km
1. Drive from Potheri to Salemcar 282.6 km
4h 13m
₹3,186–4,602
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Potheri to Salemtaxi 282.6 km
4h 13m
₹5,500–7,000
Fly to Salem
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
3h
₹4,115–10,885
Bus via Salem
1. Take the bus from Maraimalai Nagar to Salembus
5h 50m
₹352–1,958
Fly to Trichy International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane MAA - TRZ
2. Take the bus from Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu to Salem, Tamil Nadubus
6h 45m

Potheri to Salem by bus

35Weekly Buses

4h 35mAverage Duration

₹330Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294.5 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

Mettur Super Services operates a bus from Potheri station to Attur twice daily. Tickets cost ₹330–1,500 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Chengalpattu to Salem Town once daily. Tickets cost ₹210–1,700 and the journey takes 4h 39m.

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