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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Rourkela is to train which costs ₹850 - ₹7,000 and takes 35h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Rourkela is to fly and train which takes 8h 55m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹23,000.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Rourkela?

No, there is no direct bus from Salem to Rourkela. However, there are services departing from Salem, Tamil Nadu and arriving at Rourkela via Bangalore, Karnataka, Bhubaneswar, Odisha and Puri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Rourkela?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to Rourkela. However, there are services departing from Salem Market and arriving at Rourkela via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 46m.

How far is it from Salem to Rourkela?

The distance between Salem and Rourkela is 1412 km. The road distance is 1671 km.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Rourkela without a car is to train which takes 35h 46m and costs ₹850 - ₹7,000.

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

It takes approximately 20h 55m to get from Salem to Rourkela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salem to Rourkela bus from?

Salem to Rourkela bus services, operated by Vee Vee Bus, depart from Salem, Tamil Nadu station.

Where do I catch the Salem to Rourkela train from?

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

Train or bus from Salem to Rourkela?

The best way to get from Salem to Rourkela is to train which takes 35h 46m and costs ₹850 - ₹7,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 42h 47m.

Where does the Salem to Rourkela bus arrive?

Salem to Rourkela bus services, operated by Vee Vee Bus, arrive at Bangalore, Karnataka station.

Where does the Salem to Rourkela train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salem to Rourkela?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Rourkela is 1671 km. It takes approximately 24h 44m to drive from Salem to Rourkela.

Where can I stay near Rourkela?

There are 12+ hotels available in Rourkela.

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There are 5 ways to get from Salem to Rourkela by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Veer Surendra Sai Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Salem (SXV) to Veer Surendra Sai Airport (JRG)plane SXV - JRG
2. Take the train from Jharsuguda Jn to Rourkelatrain
20h 55m
₹11,496–31,320
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Salem Jn to Rourkelatrain 18190 / ...
35h 46m
₹858–6,833
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Bangalore, Karnatakabus
2. Take the bus from Bangalore, Karnataka to Bhubaneswar, Odishabus
3. Take the bus from Bhubaneswar, Odisha to Puri, Odishabus
4. Take the bus from Puri to Rourkelabus
42h 47m
Drive 1,671 km
1. Drive from Salem to Rourkelacar 1,671 km
24h 44m
₹18,792–27,144
Fly to Birsa Munda Airport, train
1. Fly from Salem (SXV) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)plane SXV - IXR
2. Take the train from Hatia to Rourkelatrain
8h 55m
₹8,465–22,579

Salem to Rourkela by train

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35h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,411.5 km
Duration: 20h 55m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Salem Jn to Rourkela twice daily. Tickets cost ₹750–6,000 and the journey takes 34h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Rourkela via Bangalore, Karnataka, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, Puri, Odisha, and Puri in around 42h 47m.

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