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

The cheapest way to get from Vellore to Salem is to bus which costs ₹160 - ₹1,000 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vellore to Salem is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs ₹2,300 - ₹3,400.

Is there a direct bus between Vellore and Salem?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vellore and arriving at Salem. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Vellore and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from Vellore to Salem. However, there are services departing from Vellore Cant and arriving at Salem Town via Katpadi Jn and Salem Jn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Vellore to Salem?

The distance between Vellore and Salem is 208 km. The road distance is 206.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Vellore to Salem without a car is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs ₹160 - ₹1,000.

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

The bus from Vellore to Salem takes 4h 5m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Vellore to Salem bus from?

Vellore to Salem bus services, operated by Hans Travels, depart from Vellore station.

Where do I catch the Vellore to Salem train from?

Vellore to Salem train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Vellore Cant station.

Train or bus from Vellore to Salem?

The best way to get from Vellore to Salem is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs ₹160 - ₹1,000. Alternatively, you can line 16854 train and train, which costs ₹390 - ₹3,100 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Vellore to Salem bus arrive?

Vellore to Salem bus services, operated by Hans Travels, arrive at Salem station.

Where does the Vellore to Salem train arrive?

Vellore to Salem train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Katpadi Jn station.

Can I drive from Vellore to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Vellore to Salem is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Vellore to Salem.

How do I get a bus ticket from Vellore to Salem?

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Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 222+ hotels available in Salem.

Vellore to Salem - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 16854 train, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vellore to Salembus redbusIndia_A/C Sleeper
4h 5m
₹160–1,000
Line 16854 train, train
1. Take the train from Vellore Cant to Katpadi Jntrain 09060 / ...
2. Take the train from Katpadi Jn to Salem Jntrain 12601 / ...
4h 57m
₹390–3,100
Drive 206.5 km
1. Drive from Vellore to Salemcar 206.5 km
2h 58m
₹2,312–3,340
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Vellore to Salemtaxi 206.5 km
2h 58m
₹5,000–6,500
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Vellore to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus (CMBT Koyambedu)bus
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Salem (SXV)plane MAA - SXV
4h 36m
₹5,943–10,905

Vellore to Salem by bus

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Distance: 207.8 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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

Hans Travels operates a bus from Vellore to Salem 3 times a day, and the journey takes 4h 5m. Seven other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Vellore Cant to Salem Town via Katpadi Jn and Salem Jn in around 4h 57m.

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