Salem is a popular pilgrimage destination visited by devotees year-round. With a regular schedule and multiple departure options, the bus service connecting Kalady to Salem offers pilgrims a convenient and reliable way to visit the temple town for darshan.
The Kalady to Salem bus route covers approximately 344 kms and takes about 5 hrs 45 mins. A total of 29 direct buses operated by 19 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 19:55, and the last bus leaves at 22:55.
Major boarding points in Kalady include Moosapet, while common drop locations in Salem are Ammapet Bypass Road, Avr Roundana, Others, Peramanur, Salem New Bus Stand, Thiruvagoundanur, Vinayaka Mission University.
RTC and private operators such as Yathra Logistics offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 699 - INR 4500.00 depending on the bus type and features.



