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Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to SalemAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Salem. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train San Diego, CA, US to Salem, OR, US: Trip Overview
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Based on 5439 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 $166
San Diego to Salem Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of $252To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Salem, OR, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $252 to $781 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Salem, OR, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $252 which is on 2025-09-04.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from San Diego to Salem is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Salem, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between San Diego and Salem, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from San Diego to Salem while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.
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