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

Next departures

Next departures for Salem to Los Angeles on December 28
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
UCLANo 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 a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $142, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
1279 kmDistance
32kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$142 - $565Average Duration1d 1h
32kg CO₂e
Average Price$173 - $1,703Average Duration1d 5h
116kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 $142. The average price for this route is around $287. 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 travel time from Salem to Los Angeles is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1279 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 are the earliest and latest departure times 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 a mode of travel recommended 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 5651 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Salem to Los Angeles?

    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.

  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.

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12-25
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12-26
$409
Today
$416
12-28
$409
12-29
$263
12-30
$379
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salem, OR, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $263

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 $263 to $2,965 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 $263 which is on 2025-12-29.

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