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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Manipal is to train which costs ₹550 - ₹3,600 and takes 15h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Manipal is to fly and bus which takes 5h 36m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹23,000.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Manipal?

No, there is no direct bus from Salem to Manipal. However, there are services departing from Salem and arriving at Manipal via Nimhans Hospital, Kempegowda B.S. and Mangalore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Manipal?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to Manipal. However, there are services departing from Salem Market and arriving at Udupi via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 5m.

How far is it from Salem to Manipal?

The distance between Salem and Manipal is 446 km. The road distance is 539 km.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Manipal without a car is to bus via Mangaluru which takes 11h 14m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹5,500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Salem to Manipal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salem to Manipal bus from?

Salem to Manipal bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, depart from Salem station.

Where do I catch the Salem to Manipal train from?

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

Train or bus from Salem to Manipal?

The best way to get from Salem to Manipal is to bus via Mangaluru which takes 11h 14m and costs ₹1,500 - ₹5,500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹550 - ₹3,600 and takes 15h 5m.

Where does the Salem to Manipal bus arrive?

Salem to Manipal bus services, operated by Kallada Tours and Travels, arrive at Nihams Hospital station.

Where does the Salem to Manipal train arrive?

Salem to Manipal train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Udupi station.

Can I drive from Salem to Manipal?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Manipal is 539 km. It takes approximately 8h 2m to drive from Salem to Manipal.

Where can I stay near Manipal?

There are 327+ hotels available in Manipal.

Salem to Manipal - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Salem to Manipal by plane, bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Salem (SXV) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane SXV - IXE
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Kulai to FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circlebus
5h 36m
₹5,515–22,362
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Salem Jn to Udupitrain 12789
15h 5m
₹568–3,583
Bus via Mangaluru
1. Take the bus from Salem to Nihams Hospitalbus
2. Take the bus from Kempegowda B.S. to Mangalurubus
3. Take the bus from Mangalore to Manipalbus
11h 14m
₹1,529–5,350
Drive 539 km
1. Drive from Salem to Manipalcar 539 km
8h 2m
₹6,098–8,808
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salem to Manipaltaxi 539 km
8h 2m
₹11,000–15,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salem to Electronic Citybus
2. Take the bus from FlixBus Bengaluru - Electronic City to FlixBus Manipal - Syndicate Circlebus FlixBus IN4520
16h 18m
₹849–2,476

Salem to Manipal by bus

7Weekly Buses

16h 18mAverage Duration

₹849Cheapest Price

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Distance: 446.4 km
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Salem to Manipal via Nimhans Hospital, Kempegowda Bus Station, Kempegowda B.S., Mangaluru, and Mangalore in around 11h 14m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Salem Jn to Udupi twice a week. Tickets cost ₹340–2,600 and the journey takes 13h 30m.

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