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12 Trains found between Kottayam (KTYM) to Salem (SA) on Fri, 15 May 2026

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12258 TVCN YPR GR EXP

Runs on M T W T F S S

Mail/Express

(12258 Running Status)

19:45

KTYM

08h 20m

04:05

SA

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Kottayam to Salem Train Ticket Booking Online

Book Kottayam to Salem trains – Approximately 12 trains run today between Kottayam and Salem, covering a distance of about 429 km by train. Trains from Kottayam to Salem are listed above along with their train schedule, timetable, and ticket fares. To get accurate, up-to-date information about Kottayam to Salem train reservation, Kottayam to Salem train ticket price, and Kottayam Salem railway time table, you can visit the ixigo app or website. If you're unsure about which train to book, ixigo simplifies your decision-making process and helps you with the Kottayam to Salem train time table with the options like cheapest, fastest, first and last train from Kottayam to Salem.

With ixigo, you can check Kottayam to Salem train seat availability in real-time. ixigo also offers features like tracking & sharing Kottayam to Salem train live running status, platform number, and viewing seat maps. For anything related to Kottayam to Salem train booking, you can rely on ixigo's assistance. You can also book Kottayam to Salem train tickets on ConfirmTkt, powered by ixigo.


Kottayam to Salem Fastest Train

The fastest train from Kottayam to Salem is 12258 TVCN YPR GR EXP. It takes about 08:20 hours to reach Salem. This train leaves Kottayam (KTYM) at 19:45 and reaches Salem (SA) at 04:05. It operates on Mon, Wed, Fri.


Cheapest Train from Kottayam to Salem

The cheapest train from Kottayam to Salem is 16382 CAPE PUNE EXP. It takes around 09:00 to reach Salem. 16382 CAPE PUNE EXP leaves Kottayam KTYM at 13:50 and reaches Salem SA at 22:50. The price of CAPE PUNE EXP ticket is 275 INR. The train operates on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun.


First Train from Kottayam to Salem

The first train from Kottayam to Salem is 16525 CAPE SBC EXPRES. This train takes about 09:37 to reach Salem. It leaves Kottayam KTYM at 16:00 and reaches Salem SA at 01:37 and operates on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun.


Kottayam to Salem Last Train

The last train to Salem from Kottayam is 22503 DBRG VIVEK EXP. It takes around 08:39 hours to reach Salem. The last train leaves Kottayam KTYM at 22:06 and reaches Salem SA at 06:45 and operates on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun.


PNR status enquiry from Kottayam to Salem

If you are travelling from Kottayam to Salem and want to know about your PNR status, then you can use PNR status enquiry feature and check the status at ixigo. It offers updated PNR information.


Kottayam to Salem Train Tickets Price

If travel is on your mind and you are looking for Kottayam to Salem train tickets, ixigo is the ideal platform. The Kottayam to Salem train reservation ticket price depends on your travel dates, choice of coach, and individual preferences. Travellers can find tickets ranging between ₹275 and ₹1695, with the lowest Kottayam to Salem train ticket rate starting at ₹275.

Listed below are the minimum ticket prices for each travel class:

Class

Minimum Price

1A

1695

2A

1020

3A

580

3E

670

SL

275


Daily Trains from Kottayam to Salem

A total of 7 Kottayam to Salem trains operate daily connecting these two cities. See the details below:

Train Name (No.)

Day of Departure

Time of Departure

Time of Arrival

Origin Station

Destination Station

Total Time of Travel

SABARI SF EXPRES (20630)

Daily

09:35

18:10

Kottayam

Salem Junction

08:35 hrs

CAPE PUNE EXP (16382)

Daily

13:50

22:50

Kottayam

Salem Junction

09:00 hrs

KERALA SF EXP (12625)

Daily

15:00

23:30

Kottayam

Salem Junction

08:30 hrs

CAPE SBC EXPRES (16525)

Daily

16:00

01:37

Kottayam

Salem Junction

09:37 hrs

TVC MAS SF MAIL (12624)

Daily

17:50

02:32

Kottayam

Salem Junction

08:42 hrs

TVC MAS SF EXP (12696)

Daily

20:05

04:30

Kottayam

Salem Junction

08:25 hrs

DBRG VIVEK EXP (22503)

Daily

22:06

06:45

Kottayam

Salem Junction

08:39 hrs


Weekly Trains from Kottayam to Salem

There are 4 Kottayam to Salem trains running between these two cities. Check the Kottayam to Salem train timetable below:

Train Name (No.)

Day of Departure

Time of Departure

Time of Arrival

Origin Station

Destination Station

Total Time of Travel

TVCN YPR AC EXP (16562)

Fri

15:15

23:42

Kottayam

Salem Junction

08:27 hrs

TVCN SRC SPECIAL (06081)

Fri

16:50

02:03

Kottayam

Salem Junction

09:13 hrs

HIMSAGAR EXP (16317)

Fri

19:05

03:55

Kottayam

Salem Junction

08:50 hrs

QLN VSKP EXPRES (18568)

Fri

21:30

06:07

Kottayam

Salem Junction

08:37 hrs


Kottayam to Salem Trains Seat Availability

Check Kottayam to Salem train seat availability on ixigo. Enter the train name or number and hit the search button. You will find the seat availability for different classes along with the fares for the next 60 days. You can also check the availability for various quotas.


Kottayam to Salem Trains Running Status

Check Kottayam to Salem train running status on ixigo. Enter the train number or name into the search box and hit the search button. You will find the complete train timetable, stoppage information and delay at each station (if any) during the journey. You can also check the platform number and coach position of the train through the feature.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. How many trains run daily between Kottayam to Salem?

A. 7 trains run daily between Kottayam to Salem.

Q. What is the approximate travel distance between Kottayam to Salem by train?

A. The approximate travel distance between Kottayam to Salem is 429 kms.

Q. How many trains run weekly from Kottayam to Salem?

A. To travel from Kottayam to Salem, 4 weekly trains are available.

Q. If travelling from Kottayam to Salem, how many days prior to jouney date are Tatkal tickets available?

A. In case of Tatkal tickets, the reservation be done 1 day prior. The journey route is from Kottayam to Salem.

Q. Which is the slowest train that runs from Kottayam to Salem route?

A. The name of the slowest train that runs on Kottayam to Salem route is 16525 CAPE SBC EXPRES. It departs from Kottayam at 16:00 and reaches Salem at 01:37. The train covers a distance of 429 kms.

Q. How can I check the train running status from Kottayam to Salem?

A. Yes, you can check the train running status online from Kottayam to Salem on the ixigo app.

Q. How to check train seat availability online, if travelling from Kottayam to Salem?

A. When travelling from Kottayam to Salem check train seat availability online by using ixigo.

Q. How do I book a train ticket from Kottayam to Salem through IRCTC?

A. You can book an online IRCTC train ticket from Kottayam to Salem by simply logging into your IRCTC account and entering the required details.
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