How much is the bus ticket from Portland to Salem?

The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Salem start at R 226. The average price for this route is around R 226. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Portland to Salem?

The average bus journey time from Portland to Salem is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 72 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Portland to Salem route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Portland to Salem?

The earliest bus departs from Portland to Salem at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.

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

A bus trip from Portland to Salem produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Portland to Salem?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland to Salem?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Portland 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 Portland to Salem?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Portland to Salem from R 174 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Portland to Salem on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 5m	08:05	Salem	Cheapest
Bus	11:55	Union Station	1h	12:55	Salem	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 15m	12:45	Liberty St SE	No tags
Bus	10:00	Union Station	1h 25m	11:25	Salem	No tags
Bus	19:50	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 5m	20:55	Liberty St SE	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Salem on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 5m	08:05	Salem	Cheapest
Bus	11:55	Union Station	1h	12:55	Salem	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 15m	12:45	Liberty St SE	No tags
Bus	10:00	Union Station	1h 25m	11:25	Salem	No tags
Bus	19:50	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 5m	20:55	Liberty St SE	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Salem on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 5m	08:05	Salem	Cheapest
Bus	11:55	Union Station	1h	12:55	Salem	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 15m	12:45	Liberty St SE	No tags
Bus	10:00	Union Station	1h 25m	11:25	Salem	No tags
Bus	19:50	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 5m	20:55	Liberty St SE	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Salem on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 5m	08:05	Salem	Cheapest
Bus	11:55	Union Station	1h	12:55	Salem	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 15m	12:45	Liberty St SE	No tags
Bus	10:00	Union Station	1h 25m	11:25	Salem	No tags
Bus	19:50	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 5m	20:55	Liberty St SE	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Salem on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 5m	08:05	Salem	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h	21:00	Liberty St SE	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 15m	12:45	Liberty St SE	No tags
Bus	10:00	Union Station	1h 25m	11:25	Salem	No tags
Bus	11:55	Union Station	1h	12:55	Salem	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Salem on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 5m	08:05	Salem	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h	21:00	Liberty St SE	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 15m	12:45	Liberty St SE	No tags
Bus	10:00	Union Station	1h 25m	11:25	Salem	No tags
Bus	11:55	Union Station	1h	12:55	Salem	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Salem on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 5m	08:05	Salem	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h	21:00	Liberty St SE	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 15m	12:45	Liberty St SE	No tags
Bus	10:00	Union Station	1h 25m	11:25	Salem	No tags
Bus	11:55	Union Station	1h	12:55	Salem	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to Salem

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Salem. The journey takes about 1 hour 12 minutes and with fares starting at just R 226, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1h 12mAverage duration

72 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 226 - R 1 027	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 226 - R 400	Average duration1h 12m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 628 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting helpful staff at Union Station in Portland who provided clear directions for boarding. Additionally, travelers appreciated the affordability and restful nature of taking this transportation option as an alternative to driving from Portland to Salem.

Amtrak Portland Salem recent customer reviews

i love taking the train and it was very affordable. the drive from portland to salem is becoming increasingly taxing and this was a very restful alternative. thanks

Cody P.

25 October 2024

The counter at Union Station in Portland had staff there to answer questions. The person who directed me to the bus gave me very specific details so I knew exactly which bus to board.

Margaux E.

12 June 2024

Gate agent prevented traveling by train today

Michael O.

18 November 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511 543 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Portland to Salem?
The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Salem start at R 226. The average price for this route is around R 226. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Portland to Salem?
The average bus journey time from Portland to Salem is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 72 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Portland to Salem route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Portland to Salem?
The earliest bus departs from Portland to Salem at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to Salem?
A bus trip from Portland to Salem produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Portland to Salem?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland to Salem?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Portland 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 Portland to Salem?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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04/12

R 191

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R 191

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R 191

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R 191

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R 174

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R 174

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 174

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

You can expect to pay from R 174 to R 503 for a bus ticket from Portland, OR to Salem, OR, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 174, which is on 2025-12-09.

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.