The cheapest and fastest trains from Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 3 trains that leave Eugene Station, Eugene, OR for Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.
504 Amtrak Cascades7:45 AM1h09Eugene Station, Eugene, OR8:54 AMSalem Railroad Station, Salem, OR$141One-way0 transfers
508 Amtrak Cascades4:30 PM1h09Eugene Station, Eugene, OR5:39 PMSalem Railroad Station, Salem, OR$141One-way0 transfers
14 Coast Starlight12:37 PM1h24Eugene Station, Eugene, OR2:01 PMSalem Railroad Station, Salem, OR$401One-way0 transfers
504 Amtrak Cascades7:45 AM1h09Eugene Station, Eugene, OR8:54 AMSalem Railroad Station, Salem, OR$141One-way0 transfers
508 Amtrak Cascades4:30 PM1h09Eugene Station, Eugene, OR5:39 PMSalem Railroad Station, Salem, OR$141One-way0 transfers
14 Coast Starlight12:37 PM1h24Eugene Station, Eugene, OR2:01 PMSalem Railroad Station, Salem, OR$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a bus costs an average of $21.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR:
A train is $14 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 43m.
Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.21 (€-0.17). The journey takes 1h 14m versus 1h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14 Coast Starlight | 12:37 PM Eugene Station, Eugene, OR | 1h24 | 2:01 PM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
508 Amtrak Cascades | 4:30 PM Eugene Station, Eugene, OR | 1h09 | 5:39 PM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
504 Amtrak Cascades | 7:45 AM Eugene Station, Eugene, OR | 1h09 | 8:54 AM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR
Trains from Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 14:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 2:45 PM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Amtrak from Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Eugene Station, Eugene, OR and Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR from $13 (€11). 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 Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, 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 Railroad Station, Salem, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Eugene Station, Eugene, OR to Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking available on-site
- The Vintage
- Marche
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- $0.50
- Graduate Eugene
- The Gordon Hotel
- Inn at the 5th
- 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: Lane Transit District (LTD) routes available
- 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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