Bus from Salem to Chennai: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Salem to Chennai on November 25
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Eastbound)
PorurNo tags
FlixBusBus
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Eastbound)
Chennai - Kilambakkam Bus Terminus (N)No tags
FlixBusBus
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Eastbound)
Chennai - Mahindra World City (N)No tags
FlixBusBus
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Eastbound)
Chennai - SRM University (N)No tags
FlixBusBus
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Eastbound)
Rohini Theatre, KoyambeduNo tags

Get from Salem to Chennai

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

65bus per day
5h 55mAverage Duration
250 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salem to Chennai by bus

  1. How far is Salem from Chennai?

    Salem and Chennai are 281 km (174 miles) apart.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-24
$12
11-25
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Today
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11-27
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11-28
$10
11-29
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11-30
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12-01
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salem to Chennai was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salem to Chennai, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $10 to $25 for a bus ticket from Salem to Chennai based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-11-28.

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