The Salem to Punalur bus route covers approximately 435 kms and takes about 9 hrs 11 mins. A total of 7 direct buses operated by 5 bus operators run on this route. The first bus departs at 00:05, and the last bus leaves at 23:59.
Major boarding points in Salem include Avr Roundana, Thiruvagoundanur, while common drop locations in Punalur are Chemmanthur Private Bus Stand, Kunnikode, Pathanapuram, Punalur.
RTC and private operators such as Kallada Travels (Suresh Kallada) offer Volvo, AC, and non-AC seater and sleeper buses. Ticket prices on redBus range from INR 854 - INR 2151.00 depending on the bus type and features.



