The cheapest and fastest trains from Davis, CA to Salem, OR
Cheapest price
$181
Average price
$181
Fastest journey
14 h 50 m
Average duration
14 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
719 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Davis, 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 Davis, CA to Salem, OR will cost around $181 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $181.
Of the 1 trains that leave Davis, CA for Salem, OR on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 719 km distance in an average of 14 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 50 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 14 h 50 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Davis, CA to Salem, OR
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Davis, CA to Salem, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €115. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 11h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €115, and a train costs an average of €147.
Distance: 446 miles (719 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€147 Average price | €115 Average price Cheapest |
15h 20m Average total duration 14h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 35m Average total duration Fastest 11h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Davis, CA to Salem, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for Davis, CA to Salem, OR trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:11 PM Davis, CA | 14h50 | 2:01 PM Salem, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Davis, CA to Salem, OR
Trains from Davis, CA to Salem, OR run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $183 (€147) but you can travel from only $143 (€115) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:57, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 446 miles (719 km) distance in 14h 50m.
Distance 446 miles (719 km) |
Average train duration 14h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $183 (€147) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 14h 50m |
First train 09:57 |
Last train 23:11 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Davis, CA to Salem, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Davis, CA and Salem, OR from $143 (€115). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Davis, CA to Salem, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Davis, CA to Salem, OR by train. 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 train, 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 train stations
Popular train stations from Davis, CA to Salem, OR
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with limited spaces.
- Bistro 33
- Burgers and Brew
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Best Western University Lodge
- Aggie Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection
- Hallmark Inn UC Davis
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform area: access to Amtrak services
- Bus: Unitrans routes A, L, P, Q, and W
- Yolobus routes 42A and 42B
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with a daily fee.
- Gamberetti's Italian Restaurant
- Word of Mouth Neighborhood Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- The Grand Hotel in Salem
- Phoenix Inn Suites Salem
- Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: Cherriots local bus services
- Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach
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