The Panakudi to Salem bus route covers approximately 453 kms and takes about 7 hrs 4 mins. A total of 15 direct buses operated by 5 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 11:40, and the last bus leaves at 23:30.
Major boarding points in Panakudi include Panagudi, while common drop locations in Salem are Avr Roundana, Kondalampatti, Magudanchavadi, Mallur, Omalur, Salem New Bus Stand, Sankagiri, Seelanaickenpatti.
RTC and private operators such as IntrCity SmartBus offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 699 - INR 3148.00 depending on the bus type and features.



