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Today28 Jul
from US$377
Tomorrow29 Jul
from US$170
Wed30 Jul
Thu31 Jul
Fri1 Aug
Sat2 Aug
Sun3 Aug
Mon4 Aug
from US$167

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Salem
    Destination location: Liberty St SE
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Salem
    Destination location: Liberty St SE
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Salem

Bus
Average priceUS$96 - US$281Average duration1d 7h
21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$93 - US$819Average duration18h 3m
77kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Jose to Salem

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Salem. The journey takes about 18 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just US$93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
18h 3mAverage duration
US$93Cheapest ticket
77kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose, US to Salem, OR, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$135
Average bus trip duration1d 7h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure00:55
Distance529 miles
Latest bus departure23:10

San Jose to Salem Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Salem, OR, US

  1. How far is Salem from San Jose by coach?

    The distance between San Jose and Salem by coach is approximately 528 miles (851 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from San Jose to Salem without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Jose to Salem.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Jose to Salem.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Jose to Salem.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Jose to Salem, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to Salem, OR, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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You can also go to Salem, OR, US by train

Train from San Jose, US to Salem, OR, US

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