How much does a bus ticket from Salem to Olympia cost?

The bus ticket price from Salem to Olympia starts at R 607. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Salem to Olympia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Salem to Olympia?

The average travel time between Salem and Olympia is around 3h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 236 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Salem and Olympia?

The number of buses from Salem to Olympia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Salem to Olympia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Salem to Olympia?

When taking the bus from Salem to Olympia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.

Bus Salem to Olympia from R 551 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Salem to Olympia on 8 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:35	Salem	3h 48m	10:23	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
08:05	Liberty St SE	3h 30m	11:35	Intercity Transit	Fastest
14:35	Salem	5h 13m	19:48	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
14:35	Salem	5h 13m	19:48	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
16:00	Salem	3h 48m	19:48	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures from Salem to Olympia on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:05	Liberty St SE	3h 30m	11:35	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
06:35	Salem	3h 48m	10:23	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
12:25	Salem	3h 38m	16:03	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
12:25	Salem	3h 38m	16:03	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
14:35	Salem	5h 13m	19:48	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:48 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Salem to Olympia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Olympia. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 607, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 30mAverage duration

235 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 607 - R 1 602	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 500 - R 12 140	Average duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

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Amtrak

4/55 568 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 216 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salem, OR, US to Olympia by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Salem to Olympia cost?
The bus ticket price from Salem to Olympia starts at R 607. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Salem to Olympia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Salem to Olympia?
The average travel time between Salem and Olympia is around 3h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 236 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Salem and Olympia?
The number of buses from Salem to Olympia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Salem to Olympia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Salem to Olympia?
When taking the bus from Salem to Olympia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/11

R 604

06/11

R 587

Today

R 942

08/11

R 693

09/11

R 658

10/11

No data

11/11

No data

12/11

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The cheapest trip from Salem, OR, US to Olympia was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of R 587

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

You can expect to pay from R 587 to R 1 369 for a bus ticket from Salem, OR, US to Olympia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 658, which is on 2025-11-09.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time3h 30m	Avg priceR 678	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time3h 55m	Avg priceR 776	Daily departures3

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