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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Sholinganallur is to train which costs ₹650 - ₹2,400 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Sholinganallur is to fly and line 119 bus which takes 2h 37m and costs ₹4,100 - ₹10,000.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Sholinganallur?

No, there is no direct bus from Salem to Sholinganallur. However, there are services departing from Attur and arriving at FlixBus Chennai - Sholinganallur via FlixBus Chennai - Guduvancheri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Sholinganallur?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to Sholinganallur. However, there are services departing from Salem Town and arriving at Tambaram via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Salem to Sholinganallur?

The distance between Salem and Sholinganallur is 290 km. The road distance is 311.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Sholinganallur without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,400.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Salem to Sholinganallur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salem to Sholinganallur bus from?

Salem to Sholinganallur bus services, operated by Mettur Super Services, depart from Attur station.

Where do I catch the Salem to Sholinganallur train from?

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

Train or bus from Salem to Sholinganallur?

The best way to get from Salem to Sholinganallur is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs ₹650 - ₹2,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹460 - ₹1,700 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Salem to Sholinganallur bus arrive?

Salem to Sholinganallur bus services, operated by Mettur Super Services, arrive at Guduvancheri station.

Where does the Salem to Sholinganallur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salem to Sholinganallur?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Sholinganallur is 312 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Salem to Sholinganallur.

Where can I stay near Sholinganallur?

There are 1205+ hotels available in Sholinganallur.

Salem to Sholinganallur - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and line 119 bus

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

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Fly, line 119 bus
best
1. Fly from Salem (SXV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane SXV - MAA
2. Take the bus from Little Mount to Aavinbus
2h 37m
₹4,125–9,885
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Attur to Guduvancheribus
6h 26m
₹467–1,670
Train
1. Take the train from Salem Town to Tambaramtrain 22154
5h 28m
₹696–2,309
Drive 311.5 km
1. Drive from Salem to Sholinganallurcar 311.5 km
4h 42m
₹3,512–5,073
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salem to Sholinganallurtaxi 311.5 km
4h 42m
₹7,000–8,500
Bus via Chennai, Tamil Nadu
1. Take the bus from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus Salem, Tamil Nadu - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
7h 56m

Salem to Sholinganallur by bus

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6h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 290.1 km
Duration: 2h 37m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Salem Town to Tambaram once daily. Tickets cost ₹220–1,800 and the journey takes 5h 13m. Alternatively, Mettur Super Services operates a bus from Attur to Guduvancheri once daily. Tickets cost ₹340–1,600 and the journey takes 4h 26m.

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