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Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Salem
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 £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5784 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £34
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.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Salem, OR, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Seattle to Salem?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Salem start from £34. The average price for this train route is around £41. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to Salem?
The average train journey time from Seattle to Salem is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 187 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle 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 Seattle to Salem?
The earliest train from Seattle to Salem departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 14:20.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Seattle to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on 2 Apr 2026 with a price of £38To 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 £38 to £305 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 £38, which is on 2026-04-07.
