How much is the train ticket from Salem to Portland?

The cheapest train tickets from Salem to Portland start from R 224. The average price for this train route is around R 224. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Salem to Portland?

The average train journey time from Salem to Portland is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 72 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 24m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Salem to Portland 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 Salem to Portland?

The earliest train from Salem to Portland departs at 08:56. And the latest train departs at 17:41.

Train Salem to Portland from R 190 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Salem to Portland on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	17:41	Salem	1h 24m	19:05	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:41	Salem	1h 24m	19:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salem to Portland on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:56	Salem	1h 24m	10:20	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:56	Salem	1h 24m	10:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	17:41	Salem	1h 24m	19:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salem to Portland on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:56	Salem	1h 24m	10:20	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:56	Salem	1h 24m	10:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	17:41	Salem	1h 24m	19:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salem to Portland on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:56	Salem	1h 24m	10:20	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:56	Salem	1h 24m	10:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	17:41	Salem	1h 24m	19:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salem to Portland on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:56	Salem	1h 24m	10:20	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	17:41	Salem	1h 24m	19:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	17:41	Salem	1h 24m	19:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salem to Portland on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:56	Salem	1h 24m	10:20	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:56	Salem	1h 24m	10:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	17:41	Salem	1h 24m	19:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salem to Portland on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:56	Salem	1h 24m	10:20	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:56	Salem	1h 24m	10:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	17:41	Salem	1h 24m	19:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salem to Portland on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:56	Salem	1h 24m	10:20	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:56	Salem	1h 24m	10:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:04	Salem	1h 36m	15:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	17:41	Salem	1h 24m	19:05	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:52 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Salem to Portland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 1 hour 24 minutes and with fares starting at just R 224, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

1h 24mAverage duration

72 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 224 - R 1 018	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 224 - R 591	Average duration1h 24m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5648 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 R 224

Amtrak Salem Portland recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the comfort of the seats, the air conditioning, how peaceful it was and it wasnt packed or anything.

Elizabeth C.

1 July 2023

Keep it up

Rakesh D.

30 November 2025

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salem, OR, US to Portland, OR by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Salem to Portland?
The cheapest train tickets from Salem to Portland start from R 224. The average price for this train route is around R 224. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salem to Portland?
The average train journey time from Salem to Portland is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 72 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salem to Portland 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 Salem to Portland?
The earliest train from Salem to Portland departs at 08:56. And the latest train departs at 17:41.

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The cheapest trip from Salem, OR, US to Portland, OR was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 190

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

You can expect to pay from R 190 to R 7 345 for a train ticket from Salem, OR, US to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 190, which is on 2025-12-16.