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

The cheapest train tickets from Salem to Olympia start from NOK 274. The average price for this train route is around NOK 516. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Salem to Olympia?

The average train journey time from Salem to Olympia is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 143 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Salem to Olympia route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Salem to Olympia departs at 08:56. And the latest train departs at 17:41.

Train Salem to Olympia from NOK 254 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Salem to Olympia on 12 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:41	Salem	3h 37m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:04	Salem	3h 55m	17:59	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	3h 55m	17:59	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	7h 14m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	7h 14m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures from Salem to Olympia on 13 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:41	Salem	3h 37m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:04	Salem	3h 55m	17:59	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	3h 55m	17:59	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	17:41	Salem	3h 37m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	7h 14m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures from Salem to Olympia on 14 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:41	Salem	3h 37m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:04	Salem	3h 55m	17:59	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	17:41	Salem	3h 37m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	7h 14m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	7h 14m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures from Salem to Olympia on 15 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:41	Salem	3h 37m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	08:56	Salem	3h 37m	12:33	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	14:04	Salem	3h 55m	17:59	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	3h 55m	17:59	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	17:41	Salem	3h 37m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Next departures from Salem to Olympia on 16 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:41	Salem	3h 37m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	Cheapest
Train	08:56	Salem	3h 37m	12:33	Lacey - Centennial Station	Fastest
Train	14:04	Salem	3h 55m	17:59	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	3h 55m	17:59	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags
Train	17:41	Salem	3h 37m	21:18	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 09:39 PDT.

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 NOK 309, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 30mAverage duration

146 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceNOK 309 - NOK 742	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceNOK 274 - NOK 4,747	Average duration3h 55m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,822 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5822 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 NOK 274

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Salem to Olympia?
The cheapest train tickets from Salem to Olympia start from NOK 274. The average price for this train route is around NOK 516. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salem to Olympia?
The average train journey time from Salem to Olympia is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 143 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salem to Olympia route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salem to Olympia?
The earliest train from Salem to Olympia departs at 08:56. And the latest train departs at 17:41.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/06

NOK 322

11/06

NOK 361

Today

NOK 448

13/06

NOK 361

14/06

NOK 623

15/06

NOK 254

16/06

NOK 322

17/06

NOK 254

The cheapest trip from Salem, OR, US to Olympia was searched and found on 15 Jun 2026 with a price of NOK 254

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

You can expect to pay from NOK 254 to NOK 5,198 for a train 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 NOK 254, which is on 2026-06-15.