Bus Tickets from Portland, OR to Salem, OR, US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: September 7 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Salem
    Destination location: Salem
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: September 7 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Salem
    Destination location: Salem
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 7 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Portland Curbside Bus Stop
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Salem
    Destination location: Liberty St SE
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 7 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Salem
    Destination location: Salem
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 7 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Portland Curbside Bus Stop
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Salem
    Destination location: Liberty St SE
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Salem

Bus
Average PriceUS$13 - US$37Average Duration1h 10m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$13 - US$35Average Duration1h 12m
7kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Portland to Salem

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Salem. The journey takes about 1 hour 12 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
1h 12mAverage Duration
US$13Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Portland, OR to Salem, OR, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$13
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 10m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance71 km
Latest bus departure9:35pm

Portland to Salem Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Portland to Salem, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Portland, OR - Salem, OR, US

  1. How far is Portland from Salem?

    It's about 72 km (45 miles) from Portland to Salem.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$11
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US$11
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US$11
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US$11
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US$11
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of US$11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Portland, OR to Salem, OR, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$11 to US$28 for a bus ticket from Portland, OR to Salem, OR, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$11 which is on 2025-09-07.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Portland, OR to Salem, OR, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Portland, OR by bus?

Bus from Salem, OR, US to Portland, OR

You can also go to Salem, OR, US by train

Train from Portland, OR to Salem, OR, US

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