The Salem to Cherthala bus route covers approximately 388 kms and takes about 6 hrs 42 mins. A total of 23 direct buses operated by 16 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 00:05, and the last bus leaves at 23:59.
Major boarding points in Salem include Avr Roundana, Kondalampatti, Omalur, Salem New Bus Stand, Sankagiri, Vinayaka Mission University, while common drop locations in Cherthala are Central Bus Station, Kaloor, X Ray Junction.
RTC and private operators such as JaiSai Roadlinks (JSR) offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 999 - INR 2499.00 depending on the bus type and features.










