Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chennai (Guindy) | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Chennai (Chengalpattu Toll, northbound) | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Chennai (Ashok Pillar - Southbound) | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chennai (Madhya Kailash - Eastbound) | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chennai - Perungalathur (S) | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 6:03 PM IST.
Get from Chennai to Salem
The journey takes about 7 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just ₩9,945, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 12535 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at ₩9,945
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chennai to Salem by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chennai to Salem?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chennai to Salem start from ₩9,945. The average price for this route is around ₩33,617. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chennai to Salem?
The average bus travel time from Chennai to Salem is 7h 5m, covering a distance of 274 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chennai to Salem route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chennai to Salem?
The earliest bus departs from Chennai to Salem at 6:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chennai to Salem?
A bus trip from Chennai to Salem generates an estimated 6.830125 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chennai to Salem was searched and found on Apr 25, 2026 with a price of ₩11,867To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chennai to Salem, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ₩11,867 to ₩34,903 for a bus ticket from Chennai to Salem based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₩19,979 which is on 2026-04-30.
