How much is the train ticket from Olympia to Salem?

The cheapest train tickets from Olympia to Salem start from R 469. The average price for this train route is around R 865. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Olympia to Salem?

The average train journey time from Olympia to Salem is 3h 47m, covering a distance of 230 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 38m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Olympia to Salem 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 Olympia to Salem?

The earliest train from Olympia to Salem departs at 08:33. And the latest train departs at 15:41.

Train Olympia to Salem from R 433 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Olympia to Salem on 31 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:16	Lacey - Centennial Station	8h 9m	18:25	Salem	Cheapest
15:41	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 38m	19:19	Salem	Fastest
08:33	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 47m	12:20	Salem	No tags
11:24	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	15:36	Salem	No tags
11:24	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	15:36	Salem	No tags

Next departures from Olympia to Salem on 1 June
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:33	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 47m	12:20	Salem	Cheapest
15:41	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 38m	19:19	Salem	Fastest
11:24	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	15:36	Salem	No tags
11:24	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	15:36	Salem	No tags
08:33	Lacey - Centennial Station	1d 2h	11:25	Salem	No tags

Next departures from Olympia to Salem on 2 June
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:33	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 47m	12:20	Salem	Cheapest
15:41	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 38m	19:19	Salem	Fastest
08:33	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 47m	12:20	Salem	No tags
11:24	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	15:36	Salem	No tags
11:24	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	15:36	Salem	No tags

Next departures from Olympia to Salem on 3 June
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:33	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 47m	12:20	Salem	Cheapest
15:41	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 38m	19:19	Salem	Fastest
11:24	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	15:36	Salem	No tags
11:24	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	15:36	Salem	No tags
15:41	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 38m	19:19	Salem	No tags

Next departures from Olympia to Salem on 4 June
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:33	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 47m	12:20	Salem	Cheapest
15:41	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 38m	19:19	Salem	Fastest
08:33	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 47m	12:20	Salem	No tags
11:24	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	15:36	Salem	No tags
11:24	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	15:36	Salem	No tags

Next departures from Olympia to Salem on 5 June
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:33	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 47m	12:20	Salem	Cheapest
15:41	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 38m	19:19	Salem	Fastest
11:24	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	15:36	Salem	No tags
11:24	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	15:36	Salem	No tags
08:33	Lacey - Centennial Station	1d 2h	11:25	Salem	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:37 PM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Olympia 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 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 536, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 25mAverage duration

235 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 536 - R 1 585	Average duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 469 - R 1 227	Average duration3h 47m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 814 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 5814 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 469

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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

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 train ticket from Olympia to Salem?
The cheapest train tickets from Olympia to Salem start from R 469. The average price for this train route is around R 865. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Olympia to Salem?
The average train journey time from Olympia to Salem is 3h 47m, covering a distance of 230 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Olympia to Salem 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 Olympia to Salem?
The earliest train from Olympia to Salem departs at 08:33. And the latest train departs at 15:41.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

28/05

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29/05

R 550

Today

R 550

31/05

R 550

01/06

R 683

02/06

R 616

03/06

R 616

04/06

R 683

The cheapest trip from Olympia to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on 29 May 2026 with a price of R 550

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

You can expect to pay from R 550 to R 8 889 for a train ticket from Olympia to Salem, OR, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 550, which is on 2026-05-31.