Trains tickets from Salem, OR, US to San Jose, US

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Today28 Jul
Tomorrow29 Jul
Wed30 Jul
from US$218
Thu31 Jul
from US$171
Fri1 Aug
Sat2 Aug
from US$218
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Next departures to San Jose

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Salem
    Departure location: Salem
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Salem
    Departure location: Salem
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Salem
    Departure location: Salem
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salem to San Jose

Average priceUS$83 - US$211Average duration1d 8h
21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$193 - US$219Average duration18h 35m
77kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salem to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 8hAverage duration
US$83Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Train Salem, OR, US to San Jose, US: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$219
Average train trip duration18h 35m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure15:39
Distance528 miles

Salem to San Jose Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salem, OR, US - San Jose, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Salem to San Jose cost?

    The average train ticket price from Salem to San Jose is US$219. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salem to San Jose 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Salem to San Jose?

    A train trip between Salem and San Jose is around 18h 35m, although the fastest train will take about 18h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 528 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Salem and San Jose?

    The number of trains from Salem to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Salem to San Jose by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Salem to San Jose?

    When taking the train from Salem to San Jose, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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US$209
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US$209
31/07
US$164
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salem, OR, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on 31 Jul 2025 with a price of US$164

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 San Jose, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$164 to US$625 for a train ticket from Salem, OR, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$164, which is on 2025-07-31.

About Train Travel

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to San Jose, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Salem and San Jose, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Salem to San Jose.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

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Train from San Jose, US to Salem, OR, US

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