The cheapest and fastest buses from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 3 buses that leave Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR for Portland Union Station, Portland, OR on Fri, May 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2:55 PM1h00Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR3:55 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$131One-way0 transfers
3:55 PM1h00Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR4:55 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$191One-way0 transfers
12:40 AM1h15Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR1:55 AMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$611One-way0 transfers
3:55 PM1h00Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR4:55 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$191One-way0 transfers
2:55 PM1h00Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR3:55 PMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$131One-way0 transfers
12:40 AM1h15Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR1:55 AMPortland Union Station, Portland, OR$611One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR:
A bus is $6 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR costing on average $24 (€19).
Other travel options to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 27m.
You'll arrive about -1h -19m sooner (1h 16m by bus vs 57m by car) and save roughly $-8.20 (€-6.58) compared to fuel and tolls ($18 (€15) vs $10 (€8)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Point, Pacific Crest Buslines Bend.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR buses for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:55 PM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR | 1h00 | 4:55 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 12:40 AM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR | 1h15 | 1:55 AM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:55 PM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR | 1h00 | 3:55 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Point, Cherriots or Pacific Crest Buslines Bend to find the best option for your trip from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR
Buses from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 15:55. The fastest bus covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 3:55 PM |
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Bus providers: FlixBus, Point, Cherriots, Pacific Crest Buslines Bend from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, ORYou can travel by bus between Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR with FlixBus, Point, Cherriots, Pacific Crest Buslines Bend for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR to Portland Union Station, Portland, 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 Portland Union Station, Portland, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.

