Salem to Indore by train
Indore lies 1,255 km (780 mi) north of Salem, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 24 h 3 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 1,531 km (951 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Salem | Indore | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 917,414 | 2 million |
| Elevation | 283 m (928 ft) | 550 m (1,804 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Indore Junction railway station |
| Postal codes | 403503 | 393120–422202 |
Where to book trains from Salem to Indore
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Staying in Indore
Our booking partner lists 758 places to stay in Indore. Of the 633 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (425), and 15 are five-star. Across 71 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.6 out of 10. Guests have left 19,914 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Indore from Salem?
1,255 km (780 mi) in a straight line, north of Salem; by road roughly 1,531 km (951 mi).
How long does it take to get from Salem to Indore by train?
About 24 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Salem and Indore?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Indore?
Our booking partner lists 758 places to stay in Indore, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.