Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chennai, Velachery Hot Chips | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Chennai (Chengalpattu Toll, northbound) | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Porur | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Porur | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chennai - Madurayovil Bypass (W) | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | No tags |
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Get from Chennai to Salem
The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chennai to Salem by bus
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 Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $12To 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 $12 to $12 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 $12 which is on 2025-11-21.
