How to travel from Darjeeling to Salem, India
The distance between Darjeeling and Salem is around 2,146km (1,334 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 8h 35m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Darjeeling to Salem by plane, train, taxi, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Salem → Darjeeling if you're planning a return trip.
Fly to Coimbatore (CJB), Train
Fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Coimbatore (CJB) then take the train to Salem Town.
- Duration8h 35m
- Flight time3h 40m
- Typical cost₹14,485($180)
Multiple operators
5 similiar routes
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Taxi and Train
Take a taxi to New Jalpaiguri then take the train to Salem Jn.
- Duration1 day 17h
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical cost₹4,695($59)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Darjeeling and Salem
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Darjeeling to Salem by plane, train, taxi, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a taxi and then take the train which costs around ₹4,695 ($59) and will take around 1 day 17h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 8h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹14,485 ($180).
The distance between Darjeeling and Salem is around 2,146km (1,334 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,009km (1,249 miles)
It takes around 9hrs to get from Darjeeling and Salem by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 11h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Darjeeling to Salem is to fly and then take the train which takes around 8h 35m and will set you back approx ₹14,485 ($180).
The cheapest way to travel between Darjeeling and Salem, if you exclude driving, is to take a taxi and then take the train which will typically cost around ₹4,695 ($59) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Darjeeling and Salem. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Coimbatore (CJB) then take the train to Salem Town. instead which will take 8h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Darjeeling and Salem. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Coimbatore (CJB) then take the train to Salem Town. instead which will take 8h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Darjeeling to Salem. We recommend that you fly from Bagdogra (IXB) to Tiruchirapalli (TRZ) then take the train to Salem Jn. instead which will take 9hrs.
The closest major airport to Salem is Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ) (TRZ) which is approximately 116km (72 miles) from Salem. Coimbatore Airport (CJB) (CJB) and Mysore Airport (MYQ) (MYQ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Darjeeling and Salem. The distance is around 2,442km (1,518 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 11h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Darjeeling to Salem is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 9hrs and will usually cost around ₹16,475 ($205).
Compare travel optionsbetween Darjeeling and Salem
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly to Coimbatore (CJB), Train + 5 similar | 8h 35m | ₹14,485($180) | once a week | 2,395km (1,488 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 9hrs | ₹16,475($205) | once daily | 2,323km (1,444 miles) |
| Fly to Madras (MAA), Train | 9h 15m | ₹15,040($190) | once daily | 2,146km (1,334 miles) |
| Fly to Pondicherry (PNY), Train | 9h 40m | ₹18,385($230) | once a week | 2,437km (1,514 miles) |
| Fly to Bengaluru (BLR), Train | 10h 30m | ₹13,925($175) | 3 times a week | 2,225km (1,383 miles) |
| Fly to Mysore (MYQ), Train | 13h 50m | ₹16,790($210) | every 20 mins | 2,668km (1,658 miles) |
Taxi and Train + 1 similar | 1 day 17h | ₹4,695($59) | 5 times a week | 2,558km (1,589 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 1 day 23h | ₹7,240($90) | once daily | 2,629km (1,634 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 11h | ₹22,920($290) | on demand | 2,442km (1,518 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Darjeeling and Salem
Airlines
IndiGo Airlines
Spicejet
Vistara
AirAsia India
Bus companies
NBSTC
Kallada Tours and Travels
Train operators
Indian Railways
Airports near Salem
The following major airports near Salem offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.
Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ)
- Distance
- 116km (72 miles) from Salem
Coimbatore Airport (CJB)
- Distance
- 141km (88 miles) from Salem
Mysore Airport (MYQ)
- Distance
- 175km (109 miles) from Salem