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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Walajapet is to train which costs ₹550 - ₹2,700 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Walajapet is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,100.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Walajapet?

No, there is no direct bus from Salem to Walajapet. However, there are services departing from Salem and arriving at FlixBus Arcot - Bypass via Dharmapuri and FlixBus Vellore - Bypass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Walajapet?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to Walajapet. However, there are services departing from Salem Town and arriving at Walajah Road Jn via Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Salem to Walajapet?

The distance between Salem and Walajapet is 242 km. The road distance is 220.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Walajapet without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs ₹550 - ₹2,700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Salem to Walajapet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salem to Walajapet bus from?

Salem to Walajapet bus services, operated by SST Limoliner, depart from Salem station.

Where do I catch the Salem to Walajapet train from?

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

Train or bus from Salem to Walajapet?

The best way to get from Salem to Walajapet is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs ₹550 - ₹2,700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,200 - ₹4,500 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Salem to Walajapet bus arrive?

Salem to Walajapet bus services, operated by SST Limoliner, arrive at Dharmapuri station.

Where does the Salem to Walajapet train arrive?

Salem to Walajapet train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Walajah Road Jn station.

Can I drive from Salem to Walajapet?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Walajapet is 220 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Salem to Walajapet.

Where can I stay near Walajapet?

There are 61+ hotels available in Walajapet.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Salem Jn to Walajah Road Jntrain 12602 / ...
5h 6m
₹589–2,699
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salem to Dharmapuribus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Dharmapuri to Vellore Bypassbus
6h 34m
₹1,220–4,438
Drive 220.4 km
1. Drive from Salem to Walajapetcar 220.4 km
3h 20m
₹2,143–3,095
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salem to Walajapettaxi 220.4 km
3h 20m
₹5,500–6,500
Fly, train
1. Fly from Salem (SXV) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane SXV - MAA
2. Take the train from Chennai Central to Walajah Road Jntrain
4h 28m
₹6,138–10,738
Train via Katpadi Jn
1. Take the train from Salem Jn to Katpadi Jntrain 12624 / ...
5h 6m
₹688–3,493

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

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Distance: 241.7 km
Duration: 5h 6m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Salem Jn to Walajah Road Jn 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹190–1,500 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Salem to Walajapet via Dharmapuri, Dharmapuri, Vellore Bypass, FlixBus Vellore - Bypass, and FlixBus Arcot - Bypass in around 6h 34m.

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