Bus from Chennai to Salem: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chennai to Salem on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Chennai, Velachery Hot Chips
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound)Cheapest
FlixbusBus
Chennai (Chengalpattu Toll, northbound)
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound)Fastest
FlixbusBus
Porur
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound)No tags
FlixbusBus
Chennai - Madurayovil Bypass (W)
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound)No tags
FlixbusBus
Chennai (Guindy)
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 01:21 IST.

Get from Chennai to Salem

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

69bus per day
6h 25mAverage duration
158 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chennai to Salem

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chennai to Salem?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Chennai to Salem start from £4. The average price for this route is around £9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Chennai to Salem?

    The average bus journey time from Chennai to Salem is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 158 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chennai to Salem route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 69 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chennai to Salem?

    The earliest bus departs from Chennai to Salem at 09:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chennai to Salem?

    A bus journey from Chennai to Salem produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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.

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27/11
£8
Today
£14
29/11
£6
30/11
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chennai to Salem was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £6

To 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 £6 to £14 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 £6, which is on 2025-11-29.

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