Bus from Salem, OR, US to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Salem to Los Angeles on January 11
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Liberty St SE
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Liberty St SE
Los Angeles Union StationFastest
Amtrak
Salem
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Salem
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Salem
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Salem to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 22 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
22h 55mAverage Duration
783 milesDistance
32kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$115 - $405Average Duration22h 55m
32kg CO₂e
Average Price$124 - $2,079Average Duration1d 5h
116kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salem, OR, US to Los Angeles, US by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Salem to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Salem to Los Angeles start from $115. The average price for this route is around $240. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Salem to Los Angeles?

    The average bus trip duration from Salem to Los Angeles is 22h 55m, covering a distance of 783 miles (1263 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 10m and is operated by Fronteras del Norte.

  3. Which bus companies service the Salem to Los Angeles route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Fronteras del Norte.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salem to Los Angeles?

    The earliest bus departs from Salem to Los Angeles at 9:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:05pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salem to Los Angeles?

    A bus trip from Salem to Los Angeles generates an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Salem to Los Angeles?

    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 5696 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salem to Los Angeles?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Salem to Los Angeles?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Salem to Los Angeles?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Fronteras del Norte, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/08
$200
01/09
$188
Today
$214
01/11
$241
01/12
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01/14
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01/15
$142
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salem, OR, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $142

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

You can expect to pay from $142 to $874 for a bus ticket from Salem, OR, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $142 which is on 2026-01-15.

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