Andhra Pradesh to Tamil Nadu · 602 km · Compare trains, buses & driving options
| Train | Dep | Arr | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaipur-Coimbatore Express #12970 · SF |
02:20 | 14:50 | 12h 30m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Bilaspur-Ernakulam Express #22815 · SF |
02:45 | 14:15 | 11h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| PATNA - ERNAKULAM Express #16360 · Exp |
03:00 | 15:25 | 12h 25m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Bilaspur Tirunelveli SF Express #12787 · SF |
03:00 | 14:30 | 11h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| DIBRUGARH - KANNIYAKUMARI Vivek Exp #15906 · Exp |
07:35 | 19:35 | 12h 00m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Millennium Express #12646 · SF |
11:15 | 22:05 | 10h 50m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Swarna Jayanti Express #12644 · SF |
11:15 | 22:05 | 10h 50m | 3A,SL |
| Kerala Express #12626 · SF |
15:00 | 02:10 | 11h 10m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Visakhapatnam-Kollam Sabarimalai Special #08569 · Exp |
15:10 | 03:25 | 12h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Raptisagar Express #12521 · SF |
16:05 | 04:45 | 12h 40m | 1A,2A,3A,SL |
| Rapti Sagar Express #12511 · SF |
16:05 | 04:45 | 12h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Ahilyanagari Express #16325 · Exp |
16:05 | 04:45 | 12h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Korba Tiruvananthapuram Express #16327 · Exp |
16:05 | 04:45 | 12h 40m | 2A,3A,SL |
| DHANBAD - ALAPPUZHA Exp #13351 · Exp |
17:45 | 09:00 | 15h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Tatanagar- Alappuzha (Alleppey) Express #18189 · Exp |
17:45 | 09:00 | 15h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Navyug Express Slip #16688-Slip · Exp |
19:20 | 06:35 | 11h 15m | 2A,SL |
| Himsagar Express #16318 · Exp |
19:20 | 06:35 | 11h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Himsagar Express Slip #16318-Slip · Exp |
19:20 | 06:35 | 11h 15m | 2A,SL |
| Navyug Express #16688 · Exp |
19:20 | 06:35 | 11h 15m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Patna - Ernakulam Express #16310 · Exp |
20:55 | 09:15 | 12h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Shalimar-Nagercoil Gurudev Express #12660 · SF |
20:55 | 08:25 | 11h 30m | 2A,3A,SL |
| Shalimar Tiruvananthapuram Express #16324 · Exp |
20:55 | 09:15 | 12h 20m | 2A,3A,SL |
| GUWAHATI - TRIVANDRUM SF Exp #12508 · SF |
21:55 | 09:50 | 11h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
| GUWAHATI - TRIVANDRUM CENTRAL EXP #12516 · SF |
21:55 | 09:50 | 11h 55m | 2A,3A,SL |
The straight-line distance from Vijayawada to Salem is approximately 602 km (374 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 704 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Andhra Pradesh to Tamil Nadu.
Salem does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Tiruchirapally (TRZ). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Vijayawada and Salem with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 10 hrs 50 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Vijayawada to Salem route. The journey takes approximately 14 hrs 5 min covering ~704 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
Night buses are popular for this distance — travel while you sleep and arrive fresh at your destination.
Search Vijayawada to Salem BusesThe drive from Vijayawada to Salem is a long one — approximately 704 km taking around 8 hrs 48 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India