Next bus departures

Next departures for Salem to Chennai on November 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Eastbound)
Chennai - Kilambakkam Bus Terminus (N)Cheapest
FlixbusBus
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Eastbound)
Chennai (Chengalpattu Toll, northbound)Fastest
FlixbusBus
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Eastbound)
Chennai - Kilambakkam Bus Terminus (N)No tags
FlixbusBus
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Eastbound)
Chennai - Kilambakkam Bus Terminus (N)No tags
FlixbusBus
Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Eastbound)
Chennai - Kilambakkam Bus Terminus (N)No tags

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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 $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

61bus per day
5h 55mAverage Duration
172 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salem to Chennai by bus

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/18
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11/19
$6
Today
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11/21
$10
11/22
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11/23
$8
11/24
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11/25
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salem to Chennai was searched and found on Nov 19, 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 Salem to Chennai, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $12 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 $8 which is on 2025-11-23.

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