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

The cheapest way to get from Pāla to Salem is to bus via Muvattupuzha 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 taxi and fly which takes 4h 21m and costs ₹7,500 - ₹20,000.

Is there a direct bus between Pāla and Salem?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pala and arriving at Salem. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

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 Town via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.

How far is it from Pāla to Salem?

The distance between Pāla and Salem is 325 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 Muvattupuzha which takes 7h 50m and costs ₹470 - ₹1,600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m 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 State Road Transport Corporation, 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 Muvattupuzha which takes 7h 50m and costs ₹470 - ₹1,600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹1,000 - ₹3,700 and takes 9h 57m.

Where does the Pāla to Salem bus arrive?

Pāla to Salem bus services, operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, arrive at Muvattupuzha 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.

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

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Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 219+ hotels available in Salem.

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

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Taxi, fly to Salem
best
1. Take the taxi from Pāla to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Salem (SXV)plane COK - SXV
4h 21m
₹7,708–20,019
Bus via Muvattupuzha
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pala to Muvattupuzhabus
2. Take the bus from Muvattupuzha to Salembus
7h 50m
₹473–1,525
Train
1. Take the train from Kottayam to Salem Jntrain 12696 / ...
9h 57m
₹1,061–3,678
Drive 373.9 km
1. Drive from Pāla to Salemcar 373.9 km
5h 25m
₹3,635–5,250
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pāla to Salemtaxi 373.9 km
5h 25m
₹7,500–9,500
Taxi, fly to Kempegowda International Airport, bus
1. Take the taxi from Pāla to Kochi-Airport-COKtaxi
2. Fly from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)plane COK - BLR
3. Take the bus from Bangalore Division to Salembus
7h 43m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pala to Salembus
8h 30m
₹1,000–3,500

Pāla to Salem by bus

21Weekly Buses

7h 50mAverage Duration

₹473Cheapest Price

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Distance: 324.9 km
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Pala to Salem via Muvattupuzha in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Kottayam to Salem Jn every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹260–2,000 and the journey takes 8h 25m.

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