The Kottayam to Salem bus route covers approximately 420 kms and takes about 8 hrs 30 mins. A total of 56 direct buses operated by 31 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 16:00, and the last bus leaves at 21:15.
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Major boarding points in Kottayam include Anna University, Chingavanam, Gandhi Nagar, Kadathuruthy, Karithas, Kodimatha Bus Stand, Thalayolaparambu, while common drop locations in Salem are Ammapet Bypass Road, Avr Roundana, Kondalampatti, Mettupatti, Omalur, Others, Peramanur, Salem New Bus Stand, Seelanaickenpatti, Thiruvagoundanur.
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RTC and private operators such as Rukma Travels, Yathra Logistics offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 595 - INR 3999.00 depending on the bus type and features.



