Which bus from Madurai to Salem is the best?
Check the bus schedule for Madurai to Salem. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus or NueGo. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.
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| Intrcity Smartbus | 4h 50m | 20:35 | Madurai | Mattuthavani Bus Stand | 01:25 | Salem | New Bus Stand | Premium Economy | £3 |
A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 20/03/2026 20:35:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 21/03/2026 01:25:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £3 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 50m
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| Zingbus | 5h 0m | 22:00 | Madurai | Madurai Coach Station | 03:00 | Salem | IndianOil Gas Station | First Class | £4 |
A Bus from Zingbus goes from Madurai Coach Station, Madurai (India) at 20/03/2026 22:00:00 to IndianOil Gas Station, Salem (India) arriving at 21/03/2026 03:00:00. 50 First Class ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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| Aahhaa Tourist | 4h 2m | 23:00 | Madurai | Mattuthavani Bus Stand | 03:02 | Salem | New Bus Stand | First Class | £5 |
A Bus from Aahhaa Tourist goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 20/03/2026 23:00:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 21/03/2026 03:02:00. 50 First Class ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 2m
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| Shyamoli Paribahan Pvt. Ltd. | 4h 30m | 15:00 | Madurai | Mattuthavani Bus Stand | 19:30 | Salem | New Bus Stand | First Class | £5 |
A Bus from Shyamoli Paribahan Pvt. Ltd. goes from Mattuthavani Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 20/03/2026 15:00:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 20/03/2026 19:30:00. 50 First Class ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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| NueGo | 4h 25m | 21:45 | Madurai | Madurai Coach Station | 02:10 | Salem | New Bus Stand | Premium Economy | £5 |
A Bus from NueGo goes from Madurai Coach Station, Madurai (India) at 20/03/2026 21:45:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 21/03/2026 02:10:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| Intrcity Smartbus | 4h 35m | 22:45 | Madurai | Periyar Bus Stand | 03:20 | Salem | New Bus Stand | Business | £40 |
A Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from Periyar Bus Stand, Madurai (India) at 23/03/2026 22:45:00 to New Bus Stand, Salem (India) arriving at 24/03/2026 03:20:00. 50 Business ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Madurai to Salem is £2 on 19/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.
What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Madurai and Salem?
Friday
is the busiest day, with more than 73 daily coaches from Madurai to Salem. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Madurai and Salem.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 70 coaches from Madurai to Salem, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Madurai and Salem, with 5 offers.
All facts for Madurai to Salem bus at a glance
Compare all coach operators like Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus and NueGo that travel daily 37 times by bus from Madurai to Salem in one click. Book your Madurai to Salem bus ticket starting from £2!
| Cheapest Bus | £2 |
| Fastest Bus | 3h 0m |
| Earliest Coach | 13:45 |
| Latest Coach | 22:45 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 37 Ø |
| Distance | 192.8 km |
| Coach Companies | Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus, NueGo, Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada), Aahhaa Tourist, Sri Kumaran Travels, Jabbar Travels, VKV Travels, SRS Travels, A1 Travels and 5 more. |
What are the cheapest coach tickets from Madurai to Salem?
Every day, 37 buses from 15 coach companies leave Madurai for Salem. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 20/03/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
16/03
Tuesday
17/03
Wednesday
18/03
Thursday
19/03
Friday
20/03
£3
Saturday
21/03
Sunday
22/03
£7
Monday
23/03
£40
Tuesday
24/03
£9
Wednesday
25/03
Thursday
26/03
Friday
27/03
£4
Saturday
28/03
£4
Sunday
29/03
Monday
30/03
£4
Tuesday
31/03
Wednesday
01/04
Thursday
02/04
£6
Friday
03/04
Saturday
04/04
£4
Sunday
05/04
£4
Monday
06/04
£12
Tuesday
07/04
£18
Wednesday
08/04
£18
Thursday
09/04
£18
Friday
10/04
£11
Saturday
11/04
£18
Sunday
12/04
The cheapest time to travel from Madurai to Salem
With a price starting from £3, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Madurai to Salem. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £4.
Evening
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Madurai to Salem, with £3. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £5.
How to save money travelling from Madurai to Salem
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.
Book the ticket from Madurai to Salem in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Madurai to Salem, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.
If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Madurai to Salem are also emptier.Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.
All bus stations and stops in Madurai and Salem
Here is a map with all coach stations in Madurai and Salem. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.
All you need to know when you travel by bus from Madurai to Salem
Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Madurai to Salem. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.
FAQs for Madurai to Salem bus
How much does a Madurai Salem coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Madurai Salem bus trip is available from £2 and takes 4h 50m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Madurai to Salem?
This connection is offered by 15 companies with ticket prices ranging from £2 to £48. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Salem.
How many connections are available for the Madurai Salem route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Madurai to Salem is offered by roughly 37 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Salem from Madurai take?
The quickest coach from Madurai to Salem is provided by Punchiry Travels and takes 3h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £48. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Madurai to Salem?
The earliest bus to Salem departs from Madurai at 13:45. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last coach from Madurai to Salem?
The latest bus to Salem departs from Madurai at 22:45. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies serve the Madurai Salem route?
Passengers looking to travel from Madurai to Salem can travel with Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus and NueGo. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Madurai and Salem?
You can check all the direct connections between Madurai and Salem by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus and NueGo.
What can I take with me on the bus to Salem from Madurai?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Madurai Salem bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Madurai Salem bus route?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Madurai to Salem on your planned travel date.
How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Madurai to Salem?
CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 37 daily trips between Madurai and Salem. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.
How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Madurai to Salem?
Prices and availability for 37 trips between Madurai and Salem change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Madurai to Salem
Premium Economy
A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.
Business
Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.
First Class
Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.
More bus routes to Madurai and to Salem
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Madurai and to Salem. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
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Popular Airport Transfers to Madurai and to Salem
