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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Manali is to train which costs ₹380 - ₹2,700 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Manali is to fly and line 595 bus which takes 2h 46m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Manali?

No, there is no direct bus from Salem to Manali. However, there are services departing from Salem, Tamil Nadu and arriving at M.F.L. via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Manali?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to Manali. However, there are services departing from Salem Town and arriving at Wimco Nagar Metro via Tambaram and Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Salem to Manali?

The distance between Salem and Manali is 313 km. The road distance is 329.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Manali without a car is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,700.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Salem to Manali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salem to Manali bus from?

Salem to Manali bus services, operated by Zion Connect, depart from Salem, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Salem to Manali train from?

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

Train or bus from Salem to Manali?

The best way to get from Salem to Manali is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs ₹380 - ₹2,700. Alternatively, you can bus via Central Station, which costs and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Salem to Manali bus arrive?

Salem to Manali bus services, operated by Zion Connect, arrive at Chennai, Tamil Nadu station.

Where does the Salem to Manali train arrive?

Salem to Manali train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Tambaram station.

Can I drive from Salem to Manali?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Manali is 329 km. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Salem to Manali.

Where can I stay near Manali?

There are 837+ hotels available in Manali.

Salem to Manali - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, line 595 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Salem to Manali by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly, line 595 bus
best
1. Fly from Salem (SXV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane SXV - MAA
2. Take the bus from I.T.C. to M.F.Lbus
2h 46m
₹6,875–12,076
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Salem Town to Tambaramtrain 22154
7h 2m
₹380–2,659
Bus via Central Station
1. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Salem, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
8h 11m
Drive 329.3 km
1. Drive from Salem to Manalicar 329.3 km
5h 1m
₹3,721–5,374
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salem to Manalitaxi 329.3 km
5h 1m
₹7,000–9,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salem to Koyembedubus
2. Take the bus from Vijayakanth Kalyana Mandapam to Government Schoolbus 121A
9h 23m
₹845–2,249

Salem (SXV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

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1h 5mAverage Duration

₹6,820Cheapest Price

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Distance: 312.7 km
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Salem, India and Manali, Tamil Nādu, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Salem Town to Tambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–1,800 and the journey takes 5h 8m. Alternatively, Zion Connect operates a bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadu every 5 minutes, and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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