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36 Direct Trains Running from Salem to Chennai

22638 WEST COAST EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
10:10
05h 50m
16:00
Salem (SA)
22638 running status
Chennai (MAS)
13352 ALLP DHN EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
15:00
06h 40m
21:40
Salem (SA)
13352 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12680 MAS INTERCITY
M T W T F S S
CC, 2S
08:45
05h 05m
13:50
Salem (SA)
12680 running status
Chennai (MAS)
22154 SA CHENNAI EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
21:30
06h 20m
03:50
Salem (SA)
22154 running status
Chennai (MS)
22650 YERCAUD SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
22:00
05h 40m
03:40
Salem (SA)
22650 running status
Chennai (MAS)
22640 CHENNAI SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
00:05
05h 10m
05:15
Salem (SA)
22640 running status
Chennai (MAS)
22652 PGT MAS EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
22:40
05h 25m
04:05
Salem (SA)
22652 running status
Chennai (MAS)
22641 SHALIMAR SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
04:10
05h 00m
09:10
Salem (SA)
22641 running status
chennai (PER)
20602 BDNK MAS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
02:25
05h 30m
07:55
Salem (SA)
20602 running status
Chennai (MAS)
18190 ERS TATA EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
14:45
05h 00m
19:45
Salem (SA)
18190 running status
chennai (PER)
20644 MAS VANDEBHARAT
M T W T F S S
EC, CC
08:05
03h 45m
11:50
Salem (SA)
20644 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12969 CBE JAIPUR EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL
11:50
05h 20m
17:10
Salem (SA)
12969 running status
Chennai (MAS)
08312 ED SBP SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
15:50
05h 00m
20:50
Salem (SA)
08312 running status
chennai (PER)
12674 CHERAN SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
01:25
05h 35m
07:00
Salem (SA)
12674 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12696 TVC MAS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
04:35
05h 25m
10:00
Salem (SA)
12696 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12244 CBE MAS SHATABDI
M T W T F S S
EC, CC
17:20
04h 30m
21:50
Salem (SA)
12244 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12686 MAQ MAS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL
02:45
05h 20m
08:05
Salem (SA)
12686 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12672 NILAGIRI SF EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL
01:00
05h 25m
06:25
Salem (SA)
12672 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12624 TVC MAS SF MAIL
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
02:35
05h 10m
07:45
Salem (SA)
12624 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12602 MAQ CHENNAIMAIL
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, SL
00:40
05h 30m
06:10
Salem (SA)
12602 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12522 RAPTISAGAR EXP
M T W T F S S
1A, 2A, 3A, 3E, SL
18:00
05h 05m
23:05
Salem (SA)
12522 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12676 KOVAI SF EXP
M T W T F S S
CC, 2S
17:40
05h 05m
22:45
Salem (SA)
12676 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12507 ARONAI EXPRESS
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
04:10
05h 00m
09:10
Salem (SA)
12507 running status
chennai (PER)
12512 RAPTISAGAR EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A, 1A
18:00
05h 05m
23:05
Salem (SA)
12512 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12515 CBE SCL SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
00:20
04h 45m
05:05
Salem (SA)
12515 running status
chennai (PER)
12682 CBE MAS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
3A, SL, 2A
01:50
05h 45m
07:35
Salem (SA)
12682 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12690 NCJ MAS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
SL, 3A, 2A
06:10
05h 15m
11:25
Salem (SA)
12690 running status
Chennai (MAS)
12698 TVC MAS SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL, 3E
04:55
05h 30m
10:25
Salem (SA)
12698 running status
Chennai (MAS)
20493 MDU CDG SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 3E, SL
04:00
05h 10m
09:10
Salem (SA)
20493 running status
chennai (PER)
22208 MAS SF AC EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, 1A
05:10
05h 15m
10:25
Salem (SA)
22208 running status
Chennai (MAS)
22643 PATNA SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, SL, 3A
00:20
04h 45m
05:05
Salem (SA)
22643 running status
chennai (PER)
22646 AHILYANAGARI EX
M T W T F S S
2A, 3E, SL
18:00
05h 05m
23:05
Salem (SA)
22646 running status
Chennai (MAS)
22648 TVCN KRBA SF EX
M T W T F S S
2A, 3E, SL
18:00
05h 05m
23:05
Salem (SA)
22648 running status
Chennai (MAS)
22669 ERS PNBE SF EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
07:15
05h 25m
12:40
Salem (SA)
22669 running status
chennai (PER)
06028 PTJ MAS SPL
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL
01:50
06h 50m
08:40
Salem (SA)
06028 running status
Chennai (MAS)
06055 PTJ BJU SPECIAL
M T W T F S S
3A, SL
14:50
04h 55m
19:45
Salem (SA)
06055 running status
chennai (PER)

1 Trains from Salem to Chennai nearby stations

16160 MAQ CHENNAI EXP
M T W T F S S
2A, 3A, SL, 2S
18:00
09h 00m
03:00
Erode (ED)
16160 running status
Chennai (TBM)
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Salem to Chennai Train Overview

Are you looking for Salem to Chennai trains? You must check out some important train-related information for your desired route. Find out the ticket price, distance, duration and other key details of trains running from Salem to Chennai. 

Salem to Chennai Distance 

336 kms

Salem to Chennai Duration

 05h 23m

Total number of trains running from Salem to Chennai 

37

Number of trains running daily from Salem to Chennai 

16

Number of trains running weekly from Salem to Chennai 

12 

Fastest train from Salem to Chennai 

MAS VANDEBHARAT (20644)

Cheapest train from Salem to Chennai 

12680 (MAS INTERCITY)

Departure timing of the first train from Salem

00:05

Departure timing of the last train from Salem

22:40

First train from Salem to Chennai

CHENNAI SF EXP,(22640)

Last train from Salem to Chennai 

PGT MAS EXPRESS (22652)

Number of Major railway stations in Salem

6

Number of Major railway stations in Chennai 

16 
Chennai to Salem trains

Weekly Trains from Salem to Chennai

There are 12 trains running weekly from Salem to Chennai. Below is a list of trains running weekly from Salem to Chennai.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationStarting Ticket Price
CBE JAIPUR EXP (12969)11:5017:1005 hrs 20 mins₹255
ED SBP SPL (08312)15:5020:5005 hrs 00 mins₹385
RAPTISAGAR EXP (12522)18:0023:0505 hrs 05 mins-
ARONAI EXPRESS (12507)04:1009:1005 hrs 00 mins₹250
CBE SCL SF EXP (12515)00:2005:0504 hrs 45 mins₹250
CBE MAS SF EXP (12682)01:5007:3505 hrs 45 mins₹255
NCJ MAS SF EXP (12690)06:1011:2505 hrs 15 mins₹255
TVC MAS SF EXP (12698)04:5510:2505 hrs 30 mins₹600
AHILYANAGARI EX (22646)18:0023:0505 hrs 05 mins₹255
ERS PNBE SF EXP (22669)07:1512:4005 hrs 25 mins₹250
PTJ MAS SPL (06028)01:5008:4006 hrs 50 mins-
PTJ BJU SPECIAL (06055)14:5019:4504 hrs 55 mins₹385

Daily Trains from Salem to Chennai

There are 16 trains running daily from Salem to Chennai. Below is a list of trains running daily from Salem to Chennai.
Train NameDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationCheapest Ticket Price
WEST COAST EXP (22638)10:1016:0005 hrs 50 mins₹255
ALLP DHN EXPRESS (13352)15:0021:4006 hrs 40 mins₹225
MAS INTERCITY (12680)08:4513:5005 hrs 05 mins₹150
SA CHENNAI EXP (22154)21:3003:5006 hrs 20 mins₹260
YERCAUD SF EXP (22650)22:0003:4005 hrs 40 mins₹255
CHENNAI SF EXP (22640)00:0505:1505 hrs 10 mins₹255
PGT MAS EXPRESS (22652)22:4004:0505 hrs 25 mins₹150
ERS TATA EXP (18190)14:4519:4505 hrs 00 mins₹220
CHERAN SF EXP (12674)01:2507:0005 hrs 35 mins₹255
TVC MAS SF EXP (12696)04:3510:0005 hrs 25 mins₹255
MAQ MAS SF EXP (12686)02:4508:0505 hrs 20 mins₹255
NILAGIRI SF EXP (12672)01:0006:2505 hrs 25 mins₹255
TVC MAS SF MAIL (12624)02:3507:4505 hrs 10 mins₹255
MAQ CHENNAIMAIL (12602)00:4006:1005 hrs 30 mins₹255
KOVAI SF EXP (12676)17:4022:4505 hrs 05 mins₹150
MAQ CHENNAI EXP (16160)18:0003:0009 hrs 00 mins₹165

Salem to Chennai Train Timings

The first train running from Salem to Chennai is at 00:05, while the last train is at 22:40. Based on your preferred timings, you can choose the train available for the Salem to Chennai route.

Salem to Chennai Distance

The distance between Salem and Chennai is about 336 kms. To cover this route, you will need about 05h 23m. The duration might vary depending on whether you travel in a passenger, express, or superfast train. 

Salem to Chennai Train Ticket Price

The average train ticket price from Salem to Chennai is ₹150, while the maximum ticket price from Salem to Chennai is ₹1660.  The train price will depend on the type of train and travel class you choose. 

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FAQs on Salem to Chennai Train

How to book Tatkal tickets from Salem to Chennai?

As per the new Tatkal booking rules, users must link their IRCTC account with their Aadhaar number to make successful booking.

How many days in advance can I book a train from Salem to Chennai?

As per IRCTC rules, you can book train tickets 60 days in advance.

How can I reach redRail’s customer support for help with booking issues?

For any train ticket booking queries from Salem to Chennai, call redRail customer support at 9902977777.

What is the best way to travel to Chennai from Salem?

Travelling by train is the most convenient option for passengers commuting frequently. You can book train tickets from Salem to Chennai in your preferred travel class and enjoy your travel.

How many trains run from Salem to Chennai?

There are 37 trains that run from Salem to Chennai route. Some trains run on a daily basis. On the other hand, some trains run weekly and can be booked in advance.

Which is the fastest train running from Salem to Chennai?

MAS VANDEBHARAT (20644) is the fastest among the Salem to Chennai Trains. It departs from Salem (SA) at 08:05 and arrives at Chennai (MAS) at 11:50, covering the distance in just 03 hrs 45 mins.

What are the first and last train timings from Salem to Chennai?

The first train departs from Salem to Chennai is at 00:05 while, the last train depart at 22:40

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