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Trains from Madurai to Salem

13 trains run between Madurai and Salem. Madurai has 1 stations, from which you can easily book train tickets to Salem.

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Madurai to Salem Train Distance

The distance between Madurai and Salem is approximately 278km. Madurai to Salem distance by train is covered in about 5:10 hours. The fastest train between these cities takes approximately 3:30 hours and halts at a few stations. Some train services take longer to cover the Madurai to Salem train distance. To reduce your travel time, check train routes and train timetables before booking your ticket.

Madurai to Salem Train Ticket Price

If you are in search of affordable train tickets from Madurai to Salem, ConfirmTkt is the best platform. The Madurai to Salem train ticket price varies according to travel dates, coach type, and individual preferences. Travellers can find Madurai to Salem train fare priced between ₹180 and ₹1770, with the lowest price starting at ₹180. Below are the minimum Madurai to Salem train reservation ticket prices for all classes:


Class Minimum Price
1A ₹1185
2A ₹720
3A ₹515
SL ₹175

Weekly Trains from Madurai to Salem

There are 6 weekly trains running between Madurai and Salem. Check the details below:

Train Name (No.) Day of Departure Time of Departure Time of Arrival Origin Station Destination Station Total Time of Travel
NCJ MAS SF EXP (12690) Mon 00:55 06:05 Madurai Junction Salem Junction 5:10 hrs
RMM OKHA EXP (16733) Sat 01:25 05:40 Madurai Junction Salem Junction 4:15 hrs
VIVEK EXPRESS (19567) Mon 02:00 07:17 Madurai Junction Salem Junction 5:17 hrs
KACHEGUDA EXP (16354) Sat 13:15 18:40 Madurai Junction Salem Junction 5:25 hrs
MDU KCG SF EXP (22716) Sun 13:15 19:52 Madurai Junction Salem Junction 6:37 hrs
TEN SVDK EXPRES (16787) Mon 20:40 03:57 Madurai Junction Salem Junction 7:17 hrs

Daily Trains from Madurai to Salem

A total of 2 trains run daily from Madurai to Salem. See the details below:

Train Name (No.) Day of Departure Time of Departure Time of Arrival Origin Station Destination Station Total Time of Travel
TN MYSURU EXP (16235) Daily 20:10 01:07 Madurai Junction Salem Junction 4:57 hrs
NCJ SMVB EXP (17236) Daily 23:50 03:50 Madurai Junction Salem Junction 4:00 hrs

First Train from Madurai to Salem

The first train from Madurai to Salem is NCJ MAS SF EXP. It starts from Madurai at 00:55 and reaches Salem at 06:05.


Last Train from Madurai to Salem

The last train from Madurai to Salem is NCJ SMVB EXP. It starts from Madurai at 23:50 and reaches Salem at 03:50.


Fastest Train from Madurai to Salem

The fastest train from Madurai to Salem is BDNK MAS SF EXP. The total Madurai to Salem distance by train is 278 km. It takes only 3:30 hours to cover.


Cheapest Train from Madurai to Salem

The cheapest train from Madurai to Salem is RMM OKHA EXP (16733). The lowest price for Madurai to Salem train ticket is ₹180.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the details of the Madurai to Salem train time?

13 trains run between Madurai and Salem. Please find below the details of Madurai to Salem train time:
  1. 12690 NCJ MAS SF EXP departs Madurai at 00:55 and reaches Salem at 06:05 Running days: Mon
  2. 16733 RMM OKHA EXP departs Madurai at 01:25 and reaches Salem at 05:40 Running days: Sat
  3. 19567 VIVEK EXPRESS departs Madurai at 02:00 and reaches Salem at 07:17 Running days: Mon
  4. 20671 MDU BNC VB EXP departs Madurai at 05:15 and reaches Salem at 09:07 Running days: Sun Mon Wed Thu Fri Sat
  5. 16340 NCJ CSMT EXPRESS departs Madurai at 11:10 and reaches Salem at 15:40 Running days: Tue Wed
  6. 16354 KACHEGUDA EXP departs Madurai at 13:15 and reaches Salem at 18:40 Running days: Sat
  7. 22716 MDU KCG SF EXP departs Madurai at 13:15 and reaches Salem at 19:52 Running days: Sun
  8. 11022 TEN DR EXPRESS departs Madurai at 18:00 and reaches Salem at 22:05 Running days: Mon Thu Fri
  9. 16235 TN MYSURU EXP departs Madurai at 20:10 and reaches Salem at 01:07 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
  10. 16787 TEN SVDK EXPRES departs Madurai at 20:40 and reaches Salem at 03:57 Running days: Mon
  11. 20602 BDNK MAS SF EXP departs Madurai at 22:45 and reaches Salem at 02:15 Running days: Sun Tue Thu
  12. 20493 MDU CDG SF EXP departs Madurai at 23:40 and reaches Salem at 03:57 Running days: Sun Wed
  13. 17236 NCJ SMVB EXP departs Madurai at 23:50 and reaches Salem at 03:50 Running days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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You can book train tickets for the Madurai to Salem route up to 60 days in advance.

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Which factors influence the Madurai to Salem train ticket price?

The Madurai to Salem train ticket rate depends on the date of travel, seasonal demand, coach type, individual preferences and more. The ticket fare varies between ₹180 and ₹1770, with the lowest Madurai to Salem train ticket price starting at ₹180.