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Compare bus, train, and flight for Minneapolis, MN to Salem, OR
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Minneapolis, MN to Salem, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €185. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €185, and a bus costs an average of €426.
Distance: 1447 miles (2329 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€259 Average price | €185 Average price Cheapest | €432 Average price | €283 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
40h 37m Average total duration 40h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 66h 43m Average total duration 66h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Minneapolis, MN to Salem, OR:
A flight is €74 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Minneapolis, MN to Salem, OR costing on average €259.
A flight is €247 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Minneapolis, MN to Salem, OR costing on average €432.
Other travel options to Salem, OR take longer:
Train takes on average 40h 7m.
Bus takes on average 66h 13m.
Tickets start at around €259 compared to roughly €283 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €24. The journey takes 40h 7m versus 25h 56m 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Minneapolis, MN to Salem, OR
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Trains from Minneapolis, MN to Salem, OR run on average 4 times per day, taking around 40h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €259 but you can travel from only €185 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 05:13. The fastest train covers the 1447 miles (2329 km) distance in 40h 7m.
Distance 1447 miles (2329 km) |
Average train duration 40h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €259 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 40h 7m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 5:13 AM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Trains from Minneapolis, MN to Salem, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Minneapolis, MN 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 Minneapolis, MN to Salem, OR
Most Minneapolis, MN to Salem, OR trains use the Union Depot to Salem Railroad Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Minneapolis, MN and Salem, OR train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salem, OR station do trains from Minneapolis, MN arrive at?
Getting to Salem Railroad Station from Salem city centre
Salem Railroad Station is 1 km from Salem city centre. Public transport options include:
Salem Railroad Station train station facilities and services
Salem Railroad Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gamberetti's Italian Restaurant, Word of Mouth Neighborhood Bistro
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salem Railroad Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salem Railroad Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salem Railroad Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salem Railroad Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salem Railroad Station: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Grand Hotel in Salem, Phoenix Inn Suites Salem, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem.
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