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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
19 h 25 m
Average duration
19 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
851 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR without transferring at least 2 times.
12:25 PM19h25San Jose, CA7:50 AMSalem, OR$1341One-way2 transfers
- 12:25 PM19h25San Jose, CA7:50 AMSalem, OR$1341One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Jose, CA to Salem, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $128. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $128, and a bus costs an average of $397.
Distance: 528 miles (851 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$397 Average price | $153 Average price Cheapest | $374 Average price | $125 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
31h 25m Average total duration 30h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 33m Average total duration 18h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR:
A train is $221 (€181) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR costing on average $374 (€306).
A train is $244 (€199) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR costing on average $397 (€325).
Other travel options to Salem, OR take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 3m.
Bus takes on average 30h 55m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
San Jose, CA to Salem, OR Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 30h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $397 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $134 |
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Salem, OR bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Salem, OR buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:25 PM San Jose, CA | 19h25 | 7:50 AM Salem, OR | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR
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Buses from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR run on average 2 times per day, taking around 30h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $397 (€325) but you can travel from only $128 (€105) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 528 miles (851 km) distance in 30h 55m.
Distance 528 miles (851 km) |
Average bus duration 30h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $397 (€325) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 30h 55m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
FAQs: Bus from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR
Most San Jose, CA to Salem, OR buses use the San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) to Salem, Chemeketa Street Northeast / Liberty Street Northeast (Salem Center Mall) station pair. Use this guide to compare San Jose, CA and Salem, OR bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) from San Jose city centre
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