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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Palakkad is to bus which costs ₹260 - ₹2,100 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Palakkad is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs ₹2,300 - ₹3,500.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Palakkad?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salem and arriving at Palakkad. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Palakkad?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to Palakkad. However, there are services departing from Salem Market and arriving at Palakkad via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Salem to Palakkad?

The distance between Salem and Palakkad is 223 km. The road distance is 211.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Palakkad without a car is to bus via Coimbatore which takes 3h 43m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Salem to Palakkad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salem to Palakkad bus from?

Salem to Palakkad bus services, operated by VKV Travels, depart from Salem station.

Where do I catch the Salem to Palakkad train from?

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

Train or bus from Salem to Palakkad?

The best way to get from Salem to Palakkad is to bus via Coimbatore which takes 3h 43m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹2,500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹280 - ₹2,300 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Salem to Palakkad bus arrive?

Salem to Palakkad bus services, operated by VKV Travels, arrive at Gandhipuram station.

Where does the Salem to Palakkad train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salem to Palakkad?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Palakkad is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Salem to Palakkad.

Where can I stay near Palakkad?

There are 118+ hotels available in Palakkad.

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Bus via Coimbatore
best
1. Take the bus from Salem to Gandhipurambus
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore to Palakkadbus
3h 43m
₹1,371–2,440
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salem to Palakkadbus
4h 20m
₹260–2,100
Train
1. Take the train from Salem Jn to Palakkadtrain 12685 / ...
4h 29m
₹288–2,233
Drive 211.4 km
1. Drive from Salem to Palakkadcar 211.4 km
2h 49m
₹2,381–3,439
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salem to Palakkadtaxi 211.4 km
2h 49m
₹4,800–6,000
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Tirupur, Tamil Nadubus Salem, Tamil Nadu - Tirupur, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the train from Tiruppur to Palakkadtrain 12601 / ...
4h 18m
Bus via Salem, Tamil Nadu
1. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadubus Salem, Tamil Nadu - Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
2. Take the bus from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu to Palakkad, Keralabus Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu - Palakkad, Kerala
4h 22m

Salem to Palakkad by train

21Weekly Trains

4h 29mAverage Duration

₹288Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223.3 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Salem to Palakkad via Gandhipuram and Coimbatore in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Salem Jn to Palakkad hourly. Tickets cost ₹180–1,400 and the journey takes 3h 32m.

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