How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Salem?

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Salem start from NZ$77. The average price for this train route is around NZ$131. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Seattle to Salem?

The average train ride duration from Seattle to Salem is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 187 miles (302 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Seattle to Salem route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Seattle to Salem?

The earliest train departs from Seattle to Salem at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 2:20pm.

Train Seattle to Salem from NZ$72 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on July 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	9h 30m	6:25pm	Salem	Cheapest
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	Fastest
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	No tags
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on July 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	Cheapest
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	Fastest
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	No tags
8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	9h 30m	6:25pm	Salem	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on July 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	Cheapest
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	Fastest
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	9h 30m	6:25pm	Salem	No tags
12:10pm	Seattle King Street Station	6h 15m	6:25pm	Salem	No tags
12:10pm	Seattle King Street Station	7h 9m	7:19pm	Salem	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on July 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	Cheapest
5:40pm	Seattle King Street Station	5h 5m	10:45pm	Salem	Fastest
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	9h 30m	6:25pm	Salem	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on July 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	Cheapest
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	Fastest
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	No tags
8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	9h 30m	6:25pm	Salem	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on July 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	Cheapest
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	Fastest
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	No tags
8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	9h 30m	6:25pm	Salem	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Salem on July 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 4h	11:25am	Salem	Cheapest
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	Fastest
7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 10m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	5h 41m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
2:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	4h 59m	7:19pm	Salem	No tags
8:55am	Seattle King Street Station	9h 30m	6:25pm	Salem	No tags
12:10pm	Seattle King Street Station	6h 15m	6:25pm	Salem	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:44 PM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle 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 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just NZ$67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

185 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceNZ$67 - NZ$218	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceNZ$77 - NZ$213	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,834 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5834 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at NZ$77

Amtrak Seattle Salem recent customer reviews

I paid more for this ticket than I usually do and had to ride in that uncomfortable train I've rode in more comfortable trains for $40 a ticket than that $80 ticket and they put me in that uncomfortable train with no way to charge my phone there's no phone charges around any of the seats very dissatisfied that's all I felt very dissatisfied

Michael B.

November 28, 2023

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Seattle to Salem, OR, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Salem?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Salem start from NZ$77. The average price for this train route is around NZ$131. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to Salem?
The average train ride duration from Seattle to Salem is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 187 miles (302 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Seattle to Salem route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Seattle to Salem?
The earliest train departs from Seattle to Salem at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 2:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/30

NZ$148

07/01

NZ$182

Today

NZ$891

07/03

NZ$112

07/04

NZ$72

07/05

NZ$135

07/06

NZ$135

07/07

NZ$135

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on Jul 4, 2026 with a price of NZ$72

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

You can expect to pay from NZ$72 to NZ$1,006 for a train ticket from Seattle to Salem, OR, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NZ$72 which is on 2026-07-04.