Trivandrum to Salem

Trivandrum to Salem

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$8
 
 
$314

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Trivandrum to Salem Schedule

Trivandrum to Salem Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
TravelODesk India Van 6pax Any time₹ 26,155
Indian Railways 3A - AC 3-Tier Sleeper 06:45 - 18:37₹ 1,325
Kallada Travels A/C Semi Sleeper 11:00 - 21:05₹ 2,195
Kallada Travels Non-AC Seater 15:45 - 04:30₹ 1,155
Vkv Travels AC Sleeper 16:15 - 02:25₹ 1,582
Kerala Lines AC Sleeper 19:45 - 04:45₹ 1,616
Murahara Travels AC Sleeper 20:45 - 04:30₹ 1,848
Kerala Lines A/C Semi Sleeper 22:30 - 09:14₹ 1,502

Transportation from Trivandrum to Salem

Facts about the transport from Trivandrum to Salem

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport6h 10m
Earliest Departure6:45 AM
Latest Departure10:30 PM
Departures per day28
Distance309 kilometers
Transport CompaniesA1 Travels, Indian Railways, JaiSai Roadlinks, Kallada Travels, Kerala Lines, Murahara Travels, Orange Tours, Punchiry Travels, SRS Travels, TravelODesk India, Vkv Travels

How to get from Trivandrum to Salem

Travelling between Trivandrum and Salem is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 313.60 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 7.29.

How long does it take to get from Trivandrum to Salem?

It can take you anywhere between 7 and 13 hours to travel between Trivandrum and Salem depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Trivandrum and Salem. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 6h 10m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 12h 45m to reach Salem.

How much does it cost to get from Trivandrum to Salem?

Travelling between Trivandrum and Salem can be as cheap as USD 7.29 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 313.60 if you buy a TravelODesk India taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Trivandrum and Salem ?

  • 22 from Trivandrum to Salem starting from 11:00 Thiruvananthapuram until 22:30 Thiruvananthapuram
  • 4 from Trivandrum to Salem starting from 06:45 Trivandrum Central until 06:45 Trivandrum Central
  • 2 from Trivandrum to Salem starting from 00:00 Trivandrum Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Trivandrum Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Trivandrum to Salem.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Trivandrum to Salem overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Trivandrum and Salem

A1 Travels, JaiSai Roadlinks, Kallada Travels, Kerala Lines, Murahara Travels, Orange Tours, Punchiry Travels, SRS Travels, Vkv Travels

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Trivandrum and Salem

TravelODesk India

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Trivandrum to Salem?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus