What is the best way to travel from Salem to Chennai?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Carpool to Chennai from Salem. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Chennai from Salem?
You can reach Chennai with just £6 by taking a Bus from Arvind Travels, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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BlaBlaCar4h 13m016:20Salem20:30Chennai0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Salem (India) at 04/10/2026 16:20:00 to , Chennai (India) arriving at 04/10/2026 20:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 13m
Cheapest Carpool Sunday
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Arvind Travels6h 15m013:00SalemNew Bus Stand19:45ChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop0First ClassA Bus from Arvind Travels goes from New Bus Stand, Salem (India) at 05/10/2026 13:00:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 05/10/2026 19:45:00. 50 First Class ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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Krish Travels5h 10m012:45SalemNew Bus Stand18:25ChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Krish Travels goes from New Bus Stand, Salem (India) at 05/10/2026 12:45:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 05/10/2026 18:25:00. 50 Basic ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
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Air Indiaa Travels6h 45m023:30SalemNew Bus Stand06:45ChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Air Indiaa Travels goes from New Bus Stand, Salem (India) at 05/10/2026 23:30:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 06/10/2026 06:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
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Intrcity Smartbus4h 55m023:15SalemNew Bus Stand04:40ChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop0Premium EconomyA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from New Bus Stand, Salem (India) at 05/10/2026 23:15:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 06/10/2026 04:40:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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Lion Travels5h 56m023:59SalemNew Bus Stand06:25ChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop0Premium EconomyA Bus from Lion Travels goes from New Bus Stand, Salem (India) at 05/10/2026 23:59:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 06/10/2026 06:25:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 56m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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Zingbus5h 10m000:05SalemIndianOil Gas Station05:15ChennaiPeriyamedu Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Zingbus goes from IndianOil Gas Station, Salem (India) at 06/10/2026 00:05:00 to Periyamedu Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 06/10/2026 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Zingbus5h 10m000:05SalemIndianOil Gas Station05:15ChennaiPeriyamedu Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Zingbus goes from IndianOil Gas Station, Salem (India) at 07/10/2026 00:05:00 to Periyamedu Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 07/10/2026 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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Zingbus5h 10m000:05SalemIndianOil Gas Station05:15ChennaiPeriyamedu Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Zingbus goes from IndianOil Gas Station, Salem (India) at 08/10/2026 00:05:00 to Periyamedu Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 08/10/2026 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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Zingbus5h 10m000:05SalemIndianOil Gas Station05:15ChennaiPeriyamedu Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Zingbus goes from IndianOil Gas Station, Salem (India) at 09/10/2026 00:05:00 to Periyamedu Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 09/10/2026 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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Zingbus5h 10m000:05SalemIndianOil Gas Station05:15ChennaiPeriyamedu Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Zingbus goes from IndianOil Gas Station, Salem (India) at 10/10/2026 00:05:00 to Periyamedu Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 10/10/2026 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
What are the fastest trips from Salem to Chennai?
You can get to Chennai from Salem in just 4h 13m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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BlaBlaCar4h 13m016:20Salem20:30Chennai0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Salem (India) at 04/10/2026 16:20:00 to , Chennai (India) arriving at 04/10/2026 20:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 13m
Fastest Carpool Sunday
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Intrcity Smartbus4h 55m023:15SalemNew Bus Stand04:40ChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop0Premium EconomyA Bus from Intrcity Smartbus goes from New Bus Stand, Salem (India) at 05/10/2026 23:15:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 06/10/2026 04:40:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
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Krish Travels5h 10m012:45SalemNew Bus Stand18:25ChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Krish Travels goes from New Bus Stand, Salem (India) at 05/10/2026 12:45:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 05/10/2026 18:25:00. 50 Basic ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
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Lion Travels5h 56m023:59SalemNew Bus Stand06:25ChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop0Premium EconomyA Bus from Lion Travels goes from New Bus Stand, Salem (India) at 05/10/2026 23:59:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 06/10/2026 06:25:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 56m
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Arvind Travels6h 15m013:00SalemNew Bus Stand19:45ChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop0First ClassA Bus from Arvind Travels goes from New Bus Stand, Salem (India) at 05/10/2026 13:00:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 05/10/2026 19:45:00. 50 First Class ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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Air Indiaa Travels6h 45m023:30SalemNew Bus Stand06:45ChennaiC.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop0BasicA Bus from Air Indiaa Travels goes from New Bus Stand, Salem (India) at 05/10/2026 23:30:00 to C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Chennai (India) arriving at 06/10/2026 06:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
Fastest Buses Monday
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Zingbus5h 10m000:05SalemIndianOil Gas Station05:15ChennaiPeriyamedu Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Zingbus goes from IndianOil Gas Station, Salem (India) at 06/10/2026 00:05:00 to Periyamedu Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 06/10/2026 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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Zingbus5h 10m000:05SalemIndianOil Gas Station05:15ChennaiPeriyamedu Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Zingbus goes from IndianOil Gas Station, Salem (India) at 07/10/2026 00:05:00 to Periyamedu Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 07/10/2026 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Zingbus5h 10m000:05SalemIndianOil Gas Station05:15ChennaiPeriyamedu Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Zingbus goes from IndianOil Gas Station, Salem (India) at 08/10/2026 00:05:00 to Periyamedu Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 08/10/2026 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Zingbus5h 10m000:05SalemIndianOil Gas Station05:15ChennaiPeriyamedu Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Zingbus goes from IndianOil Gas Station, Salem (India) at 09/10/2026 00:05:00 to Periyamedu Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 09/10/2026 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Fastest Buses Friday
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Zingbus5h 10m000:05SalemIndianOil Gas Station05:15ChennaiPeriyamedu Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Zingbus goes from IndianOil Gas Station, Salem (India) at 10/10/2026 00:05:00 to Periyamedu Coach Station, Chennai (India) arriving at 10/10/2026 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Fastest Buses Saturday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Salem to Chennai
What are the most popular stations in Salem and Chennai?
In Salem, you will usually depart from Alhind tours and travels, Train Station or Tamil Sangam Rd, while in Chennai you will be arriving at C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop, Central Station Bus Stop or Egmore Railway Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Chennai from Salem? With 1 connections between 2 Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Salem and Chennai, you can pay as low as £6 with a Bus from Arvind Travels.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Chennai in just 4h 13m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Salem and Chennai are Zingbus, BlaBlaCar and Arvind Travels, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Salem and Chennai is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Māllur or to Tiruvottiyūr, and look at flights from Salem Airport, and landing at Chennai Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Salem to Chennai?
The most popular companies between Salem and Chennai, are Zingbus, BlaBlaCar and Arvind Travels. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Zingbus, Arvind Travels, Krish Travels and 3 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Salem to Chennai
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Salem to Chennai. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Salem to Chennai
How can I reach Chennai from Salem?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Chennai from Salem.
How far is Chennai from Salem?
The distance between Salem and Chennai is 280.2 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Salem and Chennai?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 48 kgs, and a flight 69 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Salem to Chennai?
You can get to Chennai with just £6 by taking a Bus from Arvind Travels.
What is the fastest way to get from Salem to Chennai?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Chennai in just 4h 13m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Salem and to Chennai
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Salem and to Chennai. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
