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Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Salem, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Salem, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $228. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $228, and a train costs an average of $535.
Distance: 2428 miles (3909 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$228 Average price Cheapest | $535 Average price | $315 Average price | $584 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
112h 20m Average total duration 111h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 80h 35m Average total duration 80h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration Fastest 8h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 42h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Salem, OR:
A bus is $86 (€71) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Salem, OR costing on average $315 (€257).
A bus is $307 (€251) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Salem, OR costing on average $535 (€438).
Other travel options to Salem, OR take longer:
Train takes on average 80h 5m.
Bus takes on average 111h 50m.
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Philadelphia, PA to Salem, OR Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 111h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $228 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Salem, OR
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Salem, OR run on average 8 times per day, taking around 111h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $228 (€187) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 08:15, the last at 21:05. The fastest bus covers the 2428 miles (3909 km) distance in 111h 50m.
Distance 2428 miles (3909 km) |
Average bus duration 111h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $228 (€187) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 111h 50m |
First bus 8:15 AM |
Last bus 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Salem, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Salem, OR by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salem, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular bus stations from Philadelphia, PA to Salem, OR
Most Philadelphia, PA to Salem, OR buses use the Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park) to Salem, Chemeketa Street Northeast / Liberty Street Northeast (Salem Center Mall) station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Salem, OR bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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