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Compare all timetables for the bus from Salem to Chennai

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Salem to Chennai from various bus operators like Intrcity Smartbus, NueGo or Krish Travels for the next days.
today
from $6
tomorrow
Thursday
from $59
Friday
from $6
Saturday
from $7
Sunday
Monday
from $7

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • NueGo
    7h 40m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    9:10 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • Sri Sms Travels
    7h 31m
    0
    10:59 PM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    6:30 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Sri Sms Travels
    Basic
    $7
  • A1 Travels
    6h 15m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    6:00 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    A1 Travels
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    5h 35m
    0
    1:50 AM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    7:25 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Premium Economy
    $9
  • Air Indiaa Travels
    7h 0m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    6:30 AM
    Chennai
    C.M.B.T (M.G.R.Koyambedu) Bus Stop
    0
    Air Indiaa Travels
    Basic
    $9

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 35m
    0
    12:30 AM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    7:05 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    First Class
    $59
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 35m
    0
    12:30 AM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    7:05 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $59
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    5h 50m
    0
    12:40 AM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    6:30 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    First Class
    $59
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    5h 0m
    0
    12:50 AM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    5:50 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    First Class
    $59
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    5h 0m
    0
    12:50 AM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    5:50 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $59
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salem to Chennai via Villupuram, you can save more than $36? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Intrcity Smartbus
      5h 46m
      0
      12:29 AM
      Salem
      New Bus Stand
      3:50 AM
      Villupuram
      Bus Station
      0
      Intrcity Smartbus
      First Class
      $15
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Intrcity Smartbus
      2h 15m
      0
      4:00 AM
      Villupuram
      Bus Station
      6:15 AM
      Chennai
      Bus Stop
      0
      Intrcity Smartbus
      Basic
      $8
    Travel time is 0h 46m longer, but you will save $36

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • NueGo
    7h 40m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    9:10 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $6
  • NueGo
    7h 40m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    5:40 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $6

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • NueGo
    7h 40m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    9:10 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • NueGo
    7h 40m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    5:40 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 35m
    0
    12:30 AM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    7:05 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $8
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    5h 30m
    0
    1:30 AM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    7:00 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $8
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    5h 35m
    0
    1:50 AM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    7:25 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $8

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • NueGo
    7h 40m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    9:10 PM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • NueGo
    7h 40m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    5:40 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    NueGo
    Premium Economy
    $7
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    5h 35m
    0
    1:50 AM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    7:25 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $8
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    6h 35m
    0
    12:30 AM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    7:05 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $9
  • Intrcity Smartbus
    5h 30m
    0
    1:30 AM
    Salem
    New Bus Stand
    7:00 AM
    Chennai
    Bus Stop
    0
    Intrcity Smartbus
    Basic
    $9

Frequency of bus connections between Salem and Chennai

See here how frequent the connections between Salem and Chennai are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 56 daily buses from Salem to Chennai. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Salem and Chennai.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 64 buses from Salem to Chennai, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Salem and Chennai, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Salem to Chennai

Compare all providers like Intrcity Smartbus, NueGo and Krish Travels that travel 21 times every day by bus from Salem to Chennai in one click! Book your bus ticket from Salem to Chennai starting from $6!

Cheapest Bus $6
Fastest Bus 4h 45m
Earliest Bus 1:45 AM
Latest Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 21 Ø
Distance 174.2 miles
Bus Companies Intrcity Smartbus, NueGo, Krish Travels, Srl Travels, A1 Travels, National Travels CHN, Vetri Travels, Namasivaya Travels, YBM Travels, Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada) and 9 more.

Cheapest bus connections from Salem to Chennai

Every day, 21 buses from 19 bus companies leave Salem for Chennai: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/23/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/20
Monday 04/21
Tuesday 04/22
$4
Wednesday 04/23
Thursday 04/24
$59
Friday 04/25
$6
Saturday 04/26
$7
Sunday 04/27
$6
Monday 04/28
$7
Tuesday 04/29
$12
Wednesday 04/30
$8
Thursday 05/01
Friday 05/02
$59
Saturday 05/03
Sunday 05/04
$4
Monday 05/05
$8
Tuesday 05/06
$59
Wednesday 05/07
$59
Thursday 05/08
Friday 05/09
$6
Saturday 05/10
$12
Sunday 05/11
Monday 05/12
$12
Tuesday 05/13
$11
Wednesday 05/14
$59
Thursday 05/15
Friday 05/16
$6
Saturday 05/17

The cheapest time to travel from Salem to Chennai

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Salem to Chennai, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $5, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Salem to Chennai. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $58.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Salem to Chennai, with $6. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $12.

How to save money travelling from Salem to Chennai

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Salem to Chennai in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Salem to Chennai, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Salem to Chennai are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Salem to Chennai

These are the most booked bus companies between Salem to Chennai from our users.

Srl Travels from Salem to Chennai

Srl Travels

Here you will find the key facts about the Srl Travels bus route Salem to Chennai:

Cheapest Price $12
Fastest Bus 5h 45m
Earliest Bus 1:45 AM
Last Bus 7:00 PM
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 4/13/2025

Intrcity Smartbus from Salem to Chennai

Intrcity Smartbus

Here you will find the key facts about the Intrcity Smartbus bus route Salem to Chennai:

Cheapest Price $8
Fastest Bus 4h 45m
Earliest Bus 1:50 AM
Last Bus 2:00 AM
Daily Connections 13 Ø
Found on 4/20/2025

All bus stations and stops in Salem and Chennai

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Salem and Chennai.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Salem to Chennai? Compare all modes of transports from Salem to Chennai.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Salem to Chennai

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Salem to Chennai? Or which bus companies serve the route Salem to Chennai? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Salem to Chennai bus

How much does a Salem Chennai bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $6 and takes 7h 40m to reach Chennai. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Salem to Chennai?

This route is offered by 19 companies with a range of ticket prices between $6 and $59. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chennai.

On average, how many connections are available from Salem to Chennai each day?

Every day, the Salem to Chennai bus route is served by approximately 21 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Salem to Chennai take?

The fastest bus from Salem to Chennai is offered by Intrcity Smartbus and takes 4h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $14. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Salem to Chennai?

The earliest bus arriving in Chennai from Salem starts at 1:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Salem to Chennai?

The latest bus trip departing from Salem for Chennai starts at 10:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Salem Chennai route?

When traveling by bus from Salem to Chennai, passengers can travel with Intrcity Smartbus, NueGo and Krish Travels. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Chennai?

You can check all the direct connections between Salem and Chennai by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intrcity Smartbus, NueGo and Krish Travels.

What can I take with me on the Salem to Chennai bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Salem Chennai bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Salem Chennai bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Salem to Chennai on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Salem to Chennai

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

First Class
First

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

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