Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Porur | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Chennai (Chengalpattu Toll, northbound) | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Chennai, Velachery Hot Chips | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Porur | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Porur | Salem (Kondalampatti Bypass, Westbound) | No tags |
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Get from Chennai to Salem
The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 11504 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $7
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 $7. The average price for this route is around $15. 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 6h 30m, covering a distance of 257 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chennai to Salem route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 83 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 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chennai to Salem?
A bus trip from Chennai to Salem generates an estimated 6 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 Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $8To 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 $8 to $17 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 $8 which is on 2025-12-06.
