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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Seattle, WA to Salem, OR
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA to Salem, OR will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 7 buses that leave Seattle, WA for Salem, OR on Thu, Jun 04, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct buses cover the 301 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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.
FlixBus7:40 AM5h05Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)12:45 PMSalem, Chemeketa Street Northeast / Liberty Street Northeast (Salem Center Mall), OR$451One-way0 transfers- FlixBus7:00 AM5h45Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA12:45 PMSalem, Chemeketa Street Northeast / Liberty Street Northeast (Salem Center Mall), OR$451One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:25 AM5h20Seattle, South Lane Street / 6th Avenue South, WA12:45 PMSalem, Chemeketa Street Northeast / Liberty Street Northeast (Salem Center Mall), OR$451One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:10 AM4h35Seattle, SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 212:45 PMSalem, Chemeketa Street Northeast / Liberty Street Northeast (Salem Center Mall), OR$451One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:55 PM5h05Seattle, SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 29:00 PMSalem, Chemeketa Street Northeast / Liberty Street Northeast (Salem Center Mall), OR$471One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:10 AM4h35Seattle, SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 212:45 PMSalem, Chemeketa Street Northeast / Liberty Street Northeast (Salem Center Mall), OR$451One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:55 PM5h05Seattle, SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 29:00 PMSalem, Chemeketa Street Northeast / Liberty Street Northeast (Salem Center Mall), OR$471One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:40 AM5h05Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)12:45 PMSalem, Chemeketa Street Northeast / Liberty Street Northeast (Salem Center Mall), OR$451One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:25 AM5h20Seattle, South Lane Street / 6th Avenue South, WA12:45 PMSalem, Chemeketa Street Northeast / Liberty Street Northeast (Salem Center Mall), OR$451One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:20 PM5h40Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)9:00 PMSalem, Chemeketa Street Northeast / Liberty Street Northeast (Salem Center Mall), OR$471One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Seattle, WA to Salem, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Salem, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $121.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price | $511 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 45m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Seattle, WA to Salem, OR:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Seattle, WA to Salem, OR costing on average $54 (€44).
A bus is $465 (€376) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Seattle, WA to Salem, OR costing on average $511 (€413).
Other travel options to Salem, OR take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 17m.
Flight takes on average 8h 45m.
You'll arrive about -2h -44m sooner (5h 8m by bus vs 3h 24m by car) and save roughly $-0.68 (€-0.55) compared to fuel and tolls ($46 (€37) vs $45 (€36)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Seattle, WA to Salem, OR Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Live departures
Seattle, WA to Salem, OR bus times
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Salem, OR buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:55 PM Seattle, WA | 5h05 | 4:00 AM Salem, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:55 PM Seattle, WA | 5h05 | 5:00 AM Salem, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Seattle, WA to Salem, OR
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Buses from Seattle, WA to Salem, OR run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:35, the last at 17:40. The fastest bus covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 6:35 AM |
Last bus 5:40 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Seattle, WA to Salem, ORYou can travel by bus between Seattle, WA to Salem, OR with FlixBus for as low as $32 (€26). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Seattle, WA to Salem, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA 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.
- FlixBus
- 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.
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