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Chennai to Salem Bus

Book comfortable and affordable bus tickets from Chennai to Salem on MakeMyTrip. Covering a distance of approximately 279 Km.

The journey typically takes around 7h 5m. This popular route offers over 1 daily options. The first bus departs around 10:00 PM, while the last bus leaves near 10:00 PM. Choose from top-rated operators like Swamy Ayyappa Travels , Jayalakshmi Bus , NueGo, offering A/C, Volvo and Sleeper buses. Select convenient boarding points in Chennai and flexible dropping point locations in Salem. Popular boarding points in Chennai include Koyambedu, Koyembedu, Kilambakkam Bus Terminus, while commonly chosen drop-off points in Salem include Salem, Salem New Bus Stand, New Bus Stand. Fares start at Rs. 399. Apply code MEGABUS to save more. Easily compare prices, user ratings, departure times, and seat types—all in one place. Experience a hassle-free booking process with top-rated bus operators and flexible filters for a smooth Chennai to Salem journey.

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    How to Book Bus Tickets Online for Chennai to Salem on MakeMyTrip

    Booking a bus from Chennai to Salem on MakeMyTrip is not only fast and secure but also incredibly convenient. With its user-friendly interface and a wide range of operator options, MakeMyTrip simplifies the bus ticket booking process, ensuring a hassle-free experience for travelers.

    Follow below steps to book your Chennai to Salem bus tickets:
    1. 1. Open the MakeMyTrip bus or Android/iOS app.
    2. 2. Enter your travel details: Input Chennai,Salem, and your preferred travel date in the bus search section, then click on ‘Search’.
    3. 3. Review available options: Browse through the list of available buses, which includes essential details such as departure and arrival times, bus types (AC/Non-AC, Sleeper, Volvo, etc.), seat availability, ratings, fare, boarding/dropping points, and operator names. Utilize filters to refine your search according to your preferences.
    4. 4. Select your bus: Choose a suitable bus, select your seat, and specify your boarding and dropping points.
    5. 5. Provide passenger information: Fill in the required passenger details along with your contact information, then click ‘Proceed to Payment’.
    6. 6. Complete your payment: Make the payment using your preferred method (UPI, credit/debit card, digital wallets, net banking, etc.).
    7. 7. Receive your ticket: Upon successful payment, your ticket will be confirmed, and you will receive an e-ticket or M-ticket sent to your registered email and phone number.

    Simply present your M-ticket at the time of boarding, and enjoy a comfortable journey from Chennai to Salem with MakeMyTrip. Experience the ease and efficiency of online bus ticket booking today!

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    Chennai to Salem Bus Timings And Fare

    NueGo
    3 Buses on this route
    990 Onwards
    First bus: 08:45 AM
    Last bus: 10:40 PM
    Duration: 7Hrs 0Mins
    Swamy Ayyappa Travels
    7 Buses on this route
    1300 Onwards
    First bus: 12:15 PM
    Last bus: 11:00 PM
    Duration: 6Hrs 0Mins
    Jayalakshmi Bus
    8 Buses on this route
    999 Onwards
    First bus: 06:00 AM
    Last bus: 11:59 PM
    Duration: 6Hrs 10Mins
    SK Balu Bus
    13 Buses on this route
    1199 Onwards
    First bus: 06:15 AM
    Last bus: 11:15 PM
    Duration: 6Hrs 20Mins
    S R T
    4 Buses on this route
    1200 Onwards
    First bus: 07:00 AM
    Last bus: 11:00 PM
    Duration: 6Hrs 20Mins
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    Boarding Points in Chennai

      • Koyambedu

      • Koyembedu

      • Kilambakkam Bus Terminus

      • Kilambakkam Bus Stand

      • Porur Toll Gate

      • Koyambedu - IntrCity Lounge

      • Perungalathur

      • Kilambakkam New Bus Stand

      • Tambaram

      • Guindy

      • Kilambakkam

      • Ashok Pillar

      • CHENNAI MADHAVARAM BUS TERMINUS

      • Porur Tollgate

      • Vandalur

      • Koyambedu

      • Vadapalani

      • Chrompet

      • Velachery

      • Koyambedu (Pickup Van/Bus)

      • Koyambedu(VanPickup)

      • Koyambedu Rkk Office

      • Omni Bus Stand

      • Egmore

      • Sholinganallur

      • Maduravoyal

      • Pallavaram

      • Koyambedu Omni Bus Stand

      • Porur Toll gate

      • Kilambakkam Omni Bus Terminus

      • Siruseri

      • Thuraipakkam

      • Perungudi

      • Koyambedu National Terminal (Pickup Van/Bus)

      • Porur Toll Plaza

      • Navalur

      • Guindy

      • koyembedu omni bus stand

      • Koyembedu Omni Bus Stand

      • Porur Toll

      • Urapakkam

      • Medavakkam

      • kilambakkam bus terminus

      • Omni Bus Stand koyambedu van pickup

      • Porur

      • Koyambedu (van Pickup)

      • KOYAMBEDU

      • Poonamallee

      • Koyambedu Omni Bus Stand (indian oil petrol bunk)

      • RMT Office MMDA Arumbakkam Metro Station

      • Guduvancheri

      • Koyambedu National

      • Guduvanchery

      • Hotel La Castle MADRAS REGENCY Opp CMBT

      • Vandaloor

      • SRM University

      • Koyembedu

      • Koyambedu (Van Pickup)

      • Madhavaram

      • Ashokpillar

      • Koyambedu (SBM Parking) Van Pickup

      • Koyembedu ( Van Pickup)

      • Guduvancherry

      • Koyambedu (Dhanapal Parking) Van Pickup

      • Vandalur (kilamabakkam New Bus Stand)

      • Koyembedu New Bus Terminus

      • Maraimalai Nagar

      • Koyembedu (Pickup Van/Bus)

      • Koyembedu (Pickup Van/Bus)

      • Koyambedu pickup van

      • Velacherry

      • Karapakkam

      • Nerkundram Lion Travels

      • Alandur

      • Sriperumbudur

      • Thiruvanmiyur

      • Koyambedu mSs Terminus

      • Perungalaltur

      • Koyambedu Election Commission

      • Shollinganallur

      • Koyambedu ( Lounge )

      • Airport

      • Koyembedu (Van Pickup)

      • Tidel Park

      • Koyambedu National Terminal

      • Koyambedu Near K10 Police Station

      • Koyambedu Omni Bus Stand Entrance

      • Koyambedu NationalTravels CHN

      • Koyambedu Election Commission Office

      • SRP Tools

      • Urappakkam

      • Guindy Indian bank ATM

      • Sathyabama University

      • Alandur Court

      • Srm University

      • Kelambakkam

      • Koyambedu (Chennai)

      • Vandalur Omni Bus Terminus

      • Kilambakkam New Bus Terminus

      • Kilambakkam(omni bus terminus new)

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    Basic information for Chennai to Salem route

    • Avg. Travelling Time7h 5m
    • Bus Departs FromChennai
    • Bus Arrives InSalem
    • Distance279 Km
    • Earliest Bus10:00 PM
    • Last Bus10:00 PM
    • Cheapest Bus TicketsRs. 399
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    Government, RTC and State Transport Bus Services and Timings You Should Know

    With MakeMyTrip, you can travel in a Chennai to Salem bus at your convenience now as there are 1 buses running on the route. This allows for frequent bus availability, helping travellers choose their bus timing suitably. You can check all details about bus availability on MakeMyTrip’s website or app. The top operators offering buses on this route include private operators .

    The daily buses for the day start at 10:00 PM on this route, with the last bus available at 10:00 PM. During the booking, go through the scheduled Chennai to Salem bus timing to book your trip suitably. The time taken to complete this trip is 7h 5m. MakeMyTrip also has buses operating at nearby locations such as Velachery, Porur, Ambattur, Chennai Intl Airport, Thiruverkadu.

    What You Should Know About Chennai to Salem Bus Seat Availability

    It is ideal to make bookings for Chennai to Salem buses early on to get easy availability of seats to select from. When booking, SEATER include the top types of seats you can choose from.

    Depending on the seat type you select for booking, the Chennai to Salem bus fare changes too. The lowest fares for this bus route start at Rs. 399. Attractive discounts are also available, making trips affordable.

    MakeMyTrip’s Chennai to Salem Bus Booking - Top Advantages

    There are a number of benefits travellers can look out for when booking online Chennai to Salem bus.

    Trips are hassle-free, comfortable and secure

    The buses to Salem from Chennai remain secure and comfortable throughout with features like emergency medical assistance, professional drivers, bus tracking link and cosy linen.

    Bus Types Available from Chennai to Salem with MakeMyTrip

    The booking of buses can be made from 1 bus types with MakeMyTrip. The top bus types you can explore for booking as per convenience include NON AC SEATER. During your bus booking with us, you can also select from a number of pickup points like Koyambedu, Koyembedu, Kilambakkam Bus Terminus, Kilambakkam Bus Stand, Porur Toll Gate. The route’s dropping point commonly includes Salem, Salem New Bus Stand, New Bus Stand, Avr Circle, New Bus Stand, Salem.

    Top Tips for Travelling in a Bus Running From Chennai to Salem

    When travelling in a bus, you can utilise the following tips to improve your journey experience.

    1. Provide your pickup and drop location correctly for ease of boarding and deboarding.
    2. Book your bus ticket early on to find your preferred seat placement.
    3. Apply booking filters to find the best bus amenities for you.
    4. Plan your trip better by knowing about bus frequency availability from Koyambedu to Seelanaikampatti.

    Know the Amenities Available on the Bus from Chennai to Salem

    Before you book Chennai to Salem bus, it is best to know about the top amenities available for an informed bus booking. Buses booked on MakeMyTrip come with a number of amenities such as . Based on the available amenities, the bus fares vary too along with the journey comfort experienced.

    One can reach from Chennai to Salem taking one of the following routes.

    Chennai to Salem via GST Road, NH 45 and NH 68 - this route crosses major cities like, Chengalpattu, Tindivanam, Viluppuram, Kallakurichi & Attur.
    Distance: 336 Kms.
    Time Taken: 4 hours 57 minutes.

    Chennai to Salem via AH 45 - this route crosses major cities like, Sriperumbudur, Vellore, Vaniyambadi, Krishnagiri, & Dharmapuri.
    Distance: 364 Kms.
    Time Taken: 5 hours 10 minutes.

    Things To Know About Chennai

    Book a Chennai Bus on MakeMyTrip

    Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is the capital city of the state of Tamil Nadu and lies in the southern part of India. Located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal, Chennai is as dynamic as it is immersed in tradition. People often visit Chennai via Chennai bus with their families and friends for famous temples and monuments. You can easily book a bus to Chennai with the MakeMyTrip app and website.

    Bus, as a mode of travel, is easy and convenient. You can visit the nearby temples and monuments by booking a bus from Chennai. Chennai is well connected with the southern parts of the country. Once you book a bus to Chennai with MakeMyTrip, buses ensure that you have a memorable traveling experience.


    Taking a Bus to Chennai

    You can check the availability of buses with the MakeMyTrip app and website. Chennai is easily accessible by bus. Online bus booking to Chennai is the best option when booking a bus to Chennai. You can scroll through the variety of buses with different timings. MakeMyTrip provides a safe and hassle-free online bus booking experience. It gives complete disclosure of the bus type.

    Once you have booked the bus, you also get the driver’s details and the details of the bus, so that you can easily locate the bus by contacting the driver. MakeMyTrip ensures that booking details of your Chennai bus always remain transparent with the customer.


    Bus Routes to Chennai

    A city with such a heritage and culture is a must-visit for all travelers. Southern parts of the country connect easily with Chennai via road. You can check the timings and type of buses that run to Chennai. To explore this traditionally rich city, you can also book a bus from Chennai. Online bus booking in advance will save you a lot of time. You do not have to physically visit anywhere in order to book a bus to Chennai and you can book a bus to Chennai within the comfort of your home.


    Book Chennai Bus Tickets

    There are a lot of private and government bus operators. Chennai bus ticket price starts from as low as INR 100 per person. Chennai bus ticket price also depends on various factors such as the number of seats booked, type of bus chosen, departure station, and date of the journey. Luxury buses and sleeper category buses usually cost more than regular seater buses.


    Book bus Online with MakeMyTrip

    You can book a bus to Chennai on MakeMyTrip. All you need to do is enter the details of your journey and select a Chennai bus that fits your requirements and budget. You can also select your preferred seat and confirm your pick-up and drop-off locations. Once done, you only need to make the online payment. In case you face any issues related to bus tickets booking, you can always bank on the customer service of MakeMyTrip to resolve your issues related to Chennai Bus.

    It is highly recommended that before you make the final payment of your Chennai bus, always double-check your travel details. Make sure that you have entered the correct date and time of your journey for your Chennai Bus. This is important because the availability of Chennai buses depends a lot on these details of the journey. So, be absolutely sure about these details and then only proceed to make the payment and confirm the Chennai bus ticket booking.


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    Dropping Points in Salem

      • Salem

      • Salem New Bus Stand

      • New Bus Stand

      • Avr Circle

      • New Bus Stand, Salem

      • Kondalampatti

      • AVR Circle

      • AVR Roundana

      • NEW BUS STAND HOTEL SELVAM

      • Salem (Royal Travels)

      • Seelanaickenpatti Bypass

      • Kondalampatti Bypass

      • Seelanaickenpatti

      • Salem Avr Roundana

      • Salem New Busstand

      • Salem Kondalampatti Bypass

      • AVR Circle - Near Thulasi Pharmacy

      • Hotel Mayuri (redBus Lounge) AVR roundtana

      • Salem bustand

      • Salem New Bustand

      • AVR Roundanaa

      • Salem Avr Circle By Pass

      • Salem Bypass

      • Avr Roundana

      • Salem avr circle

      • Salem Avr Circle

      • Salem New bus stand

      • SALEM - AVR CIRCLE - NEAR TULASI MEDICALS

      • Salem mSs HUB

      • Seelanaickenpatti

      • Salem By Pass Avr Circle

      • Salem New Bus stand

      • SALEM BYEPASS

      • Salem ByPass

      • Hotel Mayuri (Redbus Lounge) Avr Roundtana

      • Salem (Opp Saravanabhavan Hotel AVR Circle)

      • New Busstand

      • Kondalampatti Bye Pass

      • Salem (In front of Thulasi Pharmacy AVR Circle)

      • Salem kondalampatti bypass

      • Salem AVR Roundana

      • SALEM NEW BYE PASSOFFICE

      • Hotel Mayuri ( Redbus Lounge) AVR Roundana

      • Thiruvakavandanoor byepass

      • Salem Byepass

      • Seelanaickanpatty Bypass

      • Salem

      • Seelanaikanpatty Bypass

      • Salem By Pass

      • Seelanaickenpatty

      • NEW BUS STAND(KPN)

      • AVR Circle (1)

      • AVR roundana_DP

      • Salem (Kondalampatti By Pass Junction)

      • Kondalampatti Bypass Roundana Busstop

      • Kondalampatti Byepass

      • Salem AVR Circle

      • A1Travels

      • Kondalampatty

      • Kondalampatty

      • AVR Circle - Near Thulasi Pharmacy

      • Thiruvakavundanur Bypass Salem

      • Avr Roundtana

      • AVR Roundtana - Hotel Mayuri

      • Konadalampatty Bypass

      • Seelanaikenpatty

      • Omalur Toll Gate

      • Salem Bus Stand

      • Kondalampatti bypass

      • Salem Parveen Travels

      • Mettupatti Toll Plaza

      • Vazhapadi Bypass

      • Seelanaikkanpatti Bypass

      • Avr circle

      • Avr Roundanana

      • Near AVR Roundana

      • Attur Bypass

      • Hotel Mayuri (Redbus Lounge) Avr Roundtana

      • ATTUR BYE PASS

      • Salem (bypass)kondalampatti bypass

      • SeelanayakanpattiBye-Pass

      • Kondalampatty By pass

      • Salem Bypass AVR

      • valappadi bye pass

      • Kondalampatti Bus Stop

      • Salem Avr circle

      • Seelanaickenpatty

      • Kondalampatti Bye-Pass

      • Vazhapadi Bypass (

      • Salem Bypass

      • Salem Bypass Avr Circle

      • VALAPADI

      • SALEM-BUS STAND

      • Omalur

      • Selvam Complex Salem

      • Hotel Mayuri (redbus Lounge) Avr Roundtana

      • A V R Roundana

      • Sangakiri Toll

      • Salem Bypass Junction

      • Sellanayakanpattibypass

    Other Volvo AC Buses to Salem

    Things To Know About Salem

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    Salem is a major city and is located in the Salem district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located on the banks of river Thirumanimutharu river. It is the sixth-largest city in Tamil Nadu. Salem is also known as “The Steel City” because this city is best known for its steel. The steel products that are made in Salem are used by people all over India. This attracts a lot of tourists and also makes it one of the most visited cities. You can book a bus to Salem on MakeMyTrip and explore all the beautiful parts of the city.

    Salem is a well-connected city and is connected to the entire nation as well. You can easily take a bus from Salem and visit all the neighboring cities. Start your bus booking online process and your bus journey to Salem with the utmost comfort. Make sure to check the Salem bus ticket price before you start your Salem bus ticket booking.


    Taking a Bus to Salem

    Since this city is also known for its steel products, it means steel products are imported and exported via roads. This makes this city connected with various parts of the city. All you need to do is start your Salem bus ticket booking process on MakeMyTrip, and you will get a hassle-free journey.

    You will get several buses if you want to travel from Salem to any other cities or states. The best thing about online bus booking on MakeMyTrip is that you can easily book tickets online without being physically present, and you wouldn't have to go anywhere.


    Book Salem Bus Tickets

    There are two kinds of buses that are available; one is AC, and the other one is non-AC. Check the Salem bus ticket price before you begin your online bus booking process. The Salem bus ticket price depends on various factors, like the date of boarding, the date, etc. Also, the Salem bus ticket price of the AC buses will cost you more than the ordinary buses. You will be able to find private operators as well as buses run by the government on MakeMyTrip. These facilities help you in having wider choices when you are doing the online bus booking process.


    Bus Routes to Salem

    Salem buses connect the entire city with the entire country. This means wherever you are; you can book a bus online with the help of MakeMyTrip. It finds the best route for everyone, which helps make one's bus journey comfortable and safe. You will also be able to choose the best route for yourself with the help of MakeMyTrip. Once you have decided which route you will take, booking the online tickets will hardly take any time.


    Book Salem Bus Online with MakeMyTrip

    On the official website or the App of MakeMyTrip, once you have decided on your boarding and dropping-off spots, put down all your travel details. The last step of online bus booking is online payment. Once you have paid for your ticket, you are all set for your journey.

    Famous Restaurants To Visit

    Restaurants near Chennai airport: Cookie man, Golden Chariot, Le Chocolatier.

    Restaurants near Ashok Nagar: Dindigul Thalappakatti, Buhari, F4, Wang's Kitchen, Madurai Alagappar Chettinad.

    Restaurants near Madras Pavilion, Punjabi Nation, Citrus Cafe Lemon tree, Skillet Hablis Hotel, Aurora Hablis hotel, Hotel Sagar, Sangeetha Foods.

    Restaurants near Tambaram: Al Barack, The Kitchener, Vegan Village, Pizza Republic, the cake world, hajeera's kitchen, chick punch, your highness, taarkana kebabs and tandoors, anjappar, aathankudi, emas restaurant.

    Restaurants near Valapady: Hotel Ananths.

    Restaurants in Salem: Hotel Vasantham, Flakes Restaurant, Sri Saravana Bhavana.

    Places To Visit

    Salem also known as the Mango City is the 5th largest city in Tamil Nadu. It has beautiful greenery. It is connected by road and railways.

    Some of the places you can visit when in Salem are:

    • Yercaud
    • 1008 lingam temple
    • Kailasanathar temple
    • The grange
    • Poiman karadu
    • Mettur dam
    • Siddhar temple
    • Sugavaneshwara temple
    • Ellai pedari amman temple
    • Kottai marriaman temple
    • Arugmigi alagirinathar temple
    • Sathya narayan sithar beedam
    • Silk farm
    • ISKON temple
    • Kurumpapatti zoological park
    • Paravasa ulagam water theme park
    • Sankakiri fort

    FAQ - Chennai to Salem Bus Ticket Booking

    To book from Chennai to Salem, open MakeMyTrip → Buses, choose Date, compare buses by fare, timing, and ratings, pick a seat, enter traveller details, and pay. Your e‑ticket is sent instantly via SMS/email.

    Go to My Trips → Your booking, choose Cancel or Reschedule. Fees and refund depend on the operator’s cancellation window and policy for your bus. Refunds are initiated to the original payment method.

    Yes. Check Offers during booking and apply a coupon if available. Savings vary by date, operator, and seat type.

    You can pay via UPI, credit/debit cards, net‑banking, and wallets. EMI and BNPL may appear for eligible users. All payments are encrypted and secure.

    Yes. Add your GSTIN, company name, and address on the traveller details page. After confirmation, download the GST invoice from My Trips.

    After booking, go to My Trips → Track Bus to view live GPS, ETA, and route updates. Tracking appears once the operator shares live location.

    Your e‑ticket on the app/SMS/email is valid for boarding. Carry a valid ID. A printout is not required unless the operator asks.

    Yes. Use Help → Bus Bookings in the app/website for chat/call/email support, available 24×7.

    Most operators do not allow pets. Policies vary; check the Operator Policy on the bus details page or contact the operator before booking.

    Fares on Chennai→Salem start around Rs. 399 (subject to change). Use Sort → Price (Low to High) and apply Offers for best prices.

    Premium services on this route can go up to Rs. 399. These usually include AC sleepers, premium brands, or last‑minute seats.

    About 1 buses run daily between Chennai and Salem. Frequency increases on weekends and peak seasons.

    Average travel time is around 7h 5m. Actual duration depends on traffic, route, and rest stops.

    The first bus from Chennai usually departs around 10:00 PM. Exact timings vary by day and operator; check the schedule for your date.

    The last bus to Salem typically departs around 10:00 PM. Timings can change on weekends/holidays.

    Yes. Many operators run AC coaches on this route. Use Filters → AC to view AC‑only buses.

    Yes, Volvo buses operate on this route. Filter by Bus Type → Volvo to see timings and fares.

    The cheapest current option is typically offered by Metrolink Tours and Travels at about Rs. 399. Prices change with demand; check the listing for the latest.

    Yes, sleeper and semi‑sleeper coaches are available. Use Seat Type → Sleeper/Semi‑Sleeper filters to find them.

    For office travellers, look for buses departing around the morning times. Apply filters for morning departures easily by navigating to the Quick Filters on the search result page.

    Amenities vary by bus. Common ones include AC, charging points, reading lights, blankets, GPS tracking. Some premium coaches provide onboard entertainment/Wi‑Fi. See Amenities on the details page.

    Yes, seater coaches operate on this corridor and suit day travel. Filter by Seat Type → Seater.

    Yes. Add your GSTIN, company name, and address on the traveller details page. After confirmation, download the GST invoice from My Trips.

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