Facts about the transport from Salem to Chennai
| Cheapest Transport | $6 |
| Fastest Transport | 3h 45m |
| Earliest Departure | 12:00 ص |
| Latest Departure | 11:59 م |
| Departures per day | 37 |
| Distance | 188 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Indian Railways, TaxiBazaar |
Salem to Chennai
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Salem to Chennai Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | TaxiBazaar | SUV 6pax | Any time | +5h 14m | $287.76 | |
Bus | SST Limoliner | AC Sleeper | 00:20 | 06:30 | $11.01 | |
Train | Indian Railways | SL - Sleeper Class | 00:40 | 06:10 | $2.86 | |
Bus | City Travels | Non-AC Seater | 00:59 | 08:30 | $7.71 | |
Bus | National Travels CHN | AC Seater | 01:15 | 07:15 | $27.01 | |
Bus | Intrcity Smartbus | AC Sleeper | 01:35 | 06:25 | $8.25 | |
Bus | Shri Baghyalakshmi Travels Sblt | AC Semi Sleeper | 01:55 | 08:15 | $9.92 | |
Bus | Kallada Travels | AC Sleeper | 02:15 | 08:20 | $9.92 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 1A - AC First Class Sleeper | 02:35 | 07:45 | $16.02 | |
Bus | Salabham | AC Sleeper | 02:55 | 08:00 | $43.77 | |
Bus | AMK Travels | AC Sleeper | 03:15 | 07:00 | $33.07 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 3E - AC 3-Tier Economy Sleeper | 04:10 | 09:10 | $6.25 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper | 04:35 | 10:00 | $9.82 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper | 04:55 | 10:25 | $9.82 | |
Bus | Vvt Holidays | AC Semi Sleeper | 05:25 | 11:35 | $11.01 | |
Train | Indian Railways | 2A - AC 2-Tier Sleeper | 06:10 | 11:25 | $9.82 | |
Bus | Swamy Ayyappa Travels | AC Semi Sleeper | 06:30 | 13:00 | $8.82 | |
Bus | Jayalakshmi Bus | AC Sleeper | 07:00 | 13:35 | $7.49 | |
Bus | Heron Travels | AC Sleeper | 08:00 | 15:00 | $4.40 | |
Bus | Srl Travels | AC Sleeper | 08:30 | 14:15 | $9.92 |
How to get from Salem to Chennai
Travelling between Salem and Chennai is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 60.64 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 7.27.
How long does it take to get from Salem to Chennai?
It can take you anywhere between 4 and 8 hours to travel between Salem and Chennai depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Salem and Chennai. Train will bring you to your destination in 3h 45m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 8h to reach Chennai.
How much does it cost to get from Salem to Chennai?
Travelling between Salem and Chennai can be as cheap as USD 7.27 if you opt for a Anu Travels bus and as expensive as USD 60.64 if you buy a Pat Bus Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Salem and Chennai ?
- 37 from Salem to Chennai starting from 00:00 Salem until 23:59 Salem
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Salem to Chennai.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Salem to Chennai overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Salem and Chennai
AAT Travels, Ab Ramani Transports, Anu Travels, APD Tranz, Azul Transports, Jai Sriram Travels, Jks Bus Service, Kalaimakal Travelss, Kallada Travels, Kps Travels, Pat Bus, PSG Tours and Travels, RKT Tours and Travels, Shri Aanjaneya Travels, Shri Baghyalakshmi Travels Sblt , Sri Krishna Travels, Sri Sms Travels, Srl Travels, Surya Connect, Susheel Travels, Thamarai Bus Transports, Vijay Travels, VVM Travels, YBM Travels
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Salem and Chennai
Cab Expresso, TaxiBazaar
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Salem to Chennai?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 50% opted for a bus
- 50% took a train
Transportation from Salem to Chennai
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Trains$ 5.49
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Buses$ 7.27
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Taxis$ 101.06
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available