Chennai to Salem Junction

Chennai to Salem Junction

Chennai
Salem Junction
Fri, May 31
One Way
NaN Passengers

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Chennai to Salem Junction Schedule

Chennai to Salem Junction Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Indian Railways 2S - Second Sitting Class 03:05 - 07:37₹ 283
Mjt Travels AC Sleeper 06:15 - 12:00₹ 1,502
Veekay Travels AC Sleeper 08:00 - 14:15₹ 1,386
Madurai Balajee Tours Non-AC Sleeper 10:30 - 18:45₹ 803
Sri Krishna Travels AC Seater 12:15 - 16:45₹ 1,514
Tharai Travels A/C Semi Sleeper 15:00 - 22:00₹ 1,616
Kallada Travels AC Sleeper 17:00 - 00:30₹ 2,310
Sri Bala Tours And Travels Non-AC Seater 19:45 - 03:15₹ 507
Vetri Travels AC Sleeper 21:15 - 04:25₹ 1,616
Krish Travels Non-AC Seater 22:00 - 04:45₹ 809

Transportation from Chennai to Salem Junction

Facts about the transport from Chennai to Salem Junction

Cheapest Transport$4
Fastest Transport4h 15m
Earliest Departure2:40 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day250
Distance213 kilometers
Transport CompaniesA1 Travels, Aron Transports, Arvind Travels, BSP Bus, City Travels, Essaar, Greenline Kerala, Hail Trip, Hindusthan Travels, Indian Railways, Intrcity Smartbus, Jayalakshmi Bus, Kallada Travels, Krish Travels, Kurunchi Travels, Lion Travels, Madurai Balajee Tours , Mayurra Travels, Mjt Travels, Mrm Travels, Namasivaya Travels, National Travels CHN, No 1 Air Travels, Orange Tours, Parveen Travels, Rhythm Xpress, S R T, Sam Tours and Travels, Shama Sardar Travels Hpm, Sk Balu Bus, Sky Bus IN, Sri Gajapathy Travels, Sri Krishna Travels, Sri Tulasi , Sri Vijayalakshmi Travels, Surya Connect, Swamy Ayyappa Travels, Tharai Travels, Tranz king travels, Vetri Travels, Vhb Travels, Vrt Travels, Win Tours, YBM Travels

How to get from Chennai to Salem Junction

When you want to get from Chennai to Salem Junction, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 43.11. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 3.16.

How far is Chennai from Salem Junction?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chennai to Salem Junction. Your trip will be a total of 133 miles (213 km). The flying distance is 133 miles (213 km).

How long does it take to get from Chennai to Salem Junction?

The travel time from Chennai to Salem Junction can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chennai to Salem Junction?

The cost of the trip from Chennai to Salem Junction varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Indian Railways: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 3.16 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 43.11.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chennai to Salem Junction:

  • Train tickets - USD 3.17 to USD 21.91;
  • Bus tickets - USD 8.34 to USD 43.11;

How many trips per day are there between Chennai and Salem Junction?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:59. There are 157 available bus trips every day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 93 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chennai to Salem is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Chennai to Salem Junction

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chennai to Salem Junction? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 50% decided to go for a bus.
  • 50% users enjoyed a train ride.