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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | McKee Park & Ride | Liberty St SE | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | McKee Park & Ride | Liberty St SE | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Liberty St SE | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bakerfield | El Palmar, Lansing Av NE | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | McKee Park & Ride | Liberty St SE | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Bakersfield to Salem
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salem. The journey takes about 18 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $187, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bakersfield to Salem, OR, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to Salem?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Salem start from $187. The average price for this route is around $273. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bakersfield to Salem?
The average bus travel time from Bakersfield to Salem is 18h 30m, covering a distance of 1118 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Fronteras del Norte.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Salem route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Fronteras del Norte, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bakersfield to Salem?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Salem at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to Salem?
A bus trip from Bakersfield to Salem generates an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bakersfield to Salem?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Fronteras del Norte, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Salem?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bakersfield to Salem?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bakersfield to Salem?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Fronteras del Norte, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $270To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bakersfield to Salem, OR, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $270 to $270 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Salem, OR, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $270 which is on 2025-12-09.
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