How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Salem?

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Salem start at COP 165,600. The average price for this train route is around COP 234,000. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Seattle to Salem?

The average train trip from Seattle to Salem takes 5h 41m and covers 302 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Seattle to Salem route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to Salem?

The earliest train from Seattle to Salem departs at 7:10am. The latest train departs at 2:20pm.

Train Seattle to Salem from COP 155,456 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on May 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	9h 30m	6:25pm	Salem	Cheapest
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	9h 30m	6:25pm	Salem	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on May 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	9h 30m	6:25pm	Salem	Cheapest
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	Fastest
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on May 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	Cheapest
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	Fastest
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on May 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	9h 30m	6:25pm	Salem	Cheapest
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	Fastest
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on May 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	Cheapest
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	Fastest
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on May 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	Cheapest
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	Fastest
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on May 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	Cheapest
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	Fastest
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:49 AM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle 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 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 131,671, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

298 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCOP 131,671 - COP 420,352	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCOP 165,600 - COP 386,852	Average Duration5h 41m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,806 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5806 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at COP 165,600

Amtrak Seattle Salem recent customer reviews

I paid more for this ticket than I usually do and had to ride in that uncomfortable train I've rode in more comfortable trains for $40 a ticket than that $80 ticket and they put me in that uncomfortable train with no way to charge my phone there's no phone charges around any of the seats very dissatisfied that's all I felt very dissatisfied

Michael B.

November 28, 2023

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Salem, OR, US by train

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 train ticket from Seattle to Salem?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Salem start at COP 165,600. The average price for this train route is around COP 234,000. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Seattle to Salem?
The average train trip from Seattle to Salem takes 5h 41m and covers 302 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle to Salem route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to Salem?
The earliest train from Seattle to Salem departs at 7:10am. The latest train departs at 2:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05-16

COP 268,161

05-17

COP 291,480

Today

COP 155,456

05-19

COP 155,456

05-20

COP 190,434

05-21

No data

05-22

COP 291,480

05-23

COP 291,480

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on May 18, 2026 with a price of COP 155,456

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

You can expect to pay from COP 155,456 to COP 2,176,378 for a train ticket from Seattle to Salem, OR, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 155,456 which is on 2026-05-19.