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Compare all timetables for the bus from Salem to Chennai

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Salem to Chennai from various bus operators like Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus or Krish Travels for the next days.

today
£11
tomorrow
£4
Wednesday
£34
Thursday
£34
Friday
£34
Saturday
£34
Sunday
£4

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intrcity Smartbus 7h 15m 23:55 Salem New Bus Stand 07:10 Chennai Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station  Basic £11
Intrcity Smartbus 7h 16m 23:59 Salem New Bus Stand 07:15 Chennai Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station  Business £14
Intrcity Smartbus 6h 55m 23:15 Salem New Bus Stand 06:10 Chennai Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station  First Class £39

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intrcity Smartbus 6h 55m 23:15 Salem New Bus Stand 06:10 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Premium Economy £4
Lion Travels 6h 0m 23:50 Salem New Bus Stand 05:50 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Basic £4
National Travels CHN 6h 40m 22:50 Salem New Bus Stand 05:30 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Premium Economy £5
Jai Vishnu Travels 6h 30m 14:30 Salem New Bus Stand 21:00 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Premium Economy £5
Krish Travels 6h 30m 12:00 Salem New Bus Stand 18:30 Chennai C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop  Premium Economy £5

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Zingbus 4h 35m 00:05 Salem IndianOil Gas Station 04:40 Chennai Periyamedu Coach Station  Economy £34

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Zingbus 4h 35m 00:05 Salem IndianOil Gas Station 04:40 Chennai Periyamedu Coach Station  Economy £34

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Zingbus 4h 35m 00:05 Salem IndianOil Gas Station 04:40 Chennai Periyamedu Coach Station  Economy £34
Intrcity Smartbus 5h 25m 00:20 Salem New Bus Stand 05:45 Chennai Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station  First Class £39
Intrcity Smartbus 6h 35m 00:40 Salem New Bus Stand 07:15 Chennai Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station  First Class £39
Intrcity Smartbus 4h 55m 01:30 Salem New Bus Stand 06:25 Chennai Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station  First Class £39

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Zingbus 4h 35m 00:05 Salem IndianOil Gas Station 04:40 Chennai Periyamedu Coach Station  Economy £34

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Zingbus 5h 5m 00:40 Salem IndianOil Gas Station 05:45 Chennai Periyamedu Coach Station  Premium Economy £4
Zingbus 4h 45m 01:40 Salem IndianOil Gas Station 06:25 Chennai Periyamedu Coach Station  Premium Economy £5
Zingbus 4h 35m 01:10 Salem IndianOil Gas Station 05:45 Chennai Periyamedu Coach Station  Economy £6
Intrcity Smartbus 4h 35m 03:50 Salem New Bus Stand 08:25 Chennai Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station  Basic £6
Intrcity Smartbus 6h 15m 01:30 Salem New Bus Stand 07:45 Chennai Thiyagaraya Nagar Coach Station  First Class £39

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Salem to Chennai is £3 on 04/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Salem and Chennai

See here how frequent the connections between Salem and Chennai are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 101 daily coaches from Salem to Chennai. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Salem and Chennai.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 102 coaches from Salem to Chennai, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Salem and Chennai, with 1 offers.

Facts about coaches from Salem to Chennai

Compare all providers like Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus and Krish Travels that travel 20 times every day by bus from Salem to Chennai in one click! Book your bus ticket from Salem to Chennai starting from £3!

Cheapest Bus £3
Fastest Bus 4h 20m
Earliest Coach 23:15
Latest Coach 03:50
Daily Bus Connections 20 Ø
Distance 280.2 km
Coach Companies Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus, Krish Travels, Srl Travels, National Travels CHN, Jb Connect, A1 Travels, Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada), Essaar, Vetri Travels and 14 more.

Cheapest coach connections from Salem to Chennai

Every day, 20 buses from 24 coach companies leave Salem for Chennai: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 03/08
£3
Tuesday 04/08
£3
Wednesday 05/08
£7
Thursday 06/08
£34
Friday 07/08
£6
Saturday 08/08
£9
Sunday 09/08
£4
Monday 10/08
£3
Tuesday 11/08
£6
Wednesday 12/08
£6
Thursday 13/08
£9
Friday 14/08
£5
Saturday 15/08
£10
Sunday 16/08
£6
Monday 17/08
£8
Tuesday 18/08
£17
Wednesday 19/08
£6
Thursday 20/08
£34
Friday 21/08
£34
Saturday 22/08
£34
Sunday 23/08
£24
Monday 24/08
£5
Tuesday 25/08
£6
Wednesday 26/08
£34
Thursday 27/08
£4
Friday 28/08
£6
Saturday 29/08
£5
Sunday 30/08

The cheapest time to travel from Salem to Chennai

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Salem to Chennai, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £3, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Salem to Chennai. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £6.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Salem to Chennai, with £3. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £6.

How to save money travelling from Salem to Chennai

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Salem to Chennai in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Salem to Chennai, 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 Salem to Chennai are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Salem and Chennai

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Salem and Chennai.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Salem to Chennai

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Salem to Chennai? Or which bus companies serve the route Salem to Chennai? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Salem to Chennai bus

How much does a Salem - Chennai coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Salem - Chennai bus trip is available from £3 and takes 6h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Salem to Chennai?

The connection Salem to Chennai is offered by 24 companies with ticket prices ranging from £3 to £39. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Salem - Chennai route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Salem to Chennai is offered by roughly 20 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Chennai from Salem take?

The quickest coach from Salem to Chennai is provided by Intrcity Smartbus and takes 4h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £9. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Salem to Chennai?

The earliest bus to Chennai departs from Salem at 23:15. 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 Salem to Chennai?

The latest bus to Chennai departs from Salem at 03:50. 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 Salem - Chennai route?

Passengers looking to travel from Salem to Chennai can travel with Intrcity Smartbus, Zingbus and Krish Travels. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Chennai?

You can check all the direct connections between Salem and Chennai 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 Krish Travels.

What can I take with me on the bus to Chennai from Salem?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Salem Chennai 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 Salem Chennai 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 Salem to Chennai on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Salem to Chennai?

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 20 daily trips between Salem and Chennai. 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 Salem to Chennai?

Prices and availability for 20 trips between Salem and Chennai 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 Salem to Chennai

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

Business
Business

Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.

First Class
First

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

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