How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Salem?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Salem start from $100. The average price for this route is around $156. 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 Sacramento to Salem?

The average bus travel time from Sacramento to Salem is 11h 10m, covering a distance of 718 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 5m and is operated by Fronteras del Norte .

Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Salem route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Fronteras del Norte .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sacramento to Salem?

The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Salem at 2:55am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Salem?

A bus trip from Sacramento to Salem generates an estimated 18 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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.

Bus Sacramento to Salem from $128 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Salem on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:50pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	11h 10m	8:00am	Liberty St SE	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:30pm	Old Sacramento	11h 30m	8:00am	Liberty St SE	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Salem on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	11h 10m	8:00am	Liberty St SE	Cheapest
Bus	2:55am	Shell, Jibboom St	10h 5m	1:00pm	El Palmar, Lansing Av NE	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Old Sacramento	11h 30m	8:00am	Liberty St SE	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 8:44 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Salem

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salem. The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

11h 10mAverage Duration

718 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$100 - $313	Average Duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$115 - $272	Average Duration14h 12m	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Fronteras del Norte

3.5/53 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US 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 Sacramento to Salem?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Salem start from $100. The average price for this route is around $156. 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 Sacramento to Salem?
The average bus travel time from Sacramento to Salem is 11h 10m, covering a distance of 718 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 5m and is operated by Fronteras del Norte.
Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Salem route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Fronteras del Norte.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sacramento to Salem?
The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Salem at 2:55am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Salem?
A bus trip from Sacramento to Salem generates an estimated 18 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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.

Best price found

11-25

$252

11-26

$252

Today

$236

11-28

$236

11-29

$170

11-30

$223

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The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $170

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

You can expect to pay from $170 to $303 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Salem, OR, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $170 which is on 2025-11-29.

Usually Fronteras del Norte 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.