Salem, OR to Seattle, WA train from $19 (€17) with Amtrak

Cheap train tickets from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA

Showing times and prices for Jan 25

Cheapest

$45

Average

$54

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

508 Amtrak Cascades

05:41PM5h09

Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR

10:50PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA

$451One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

5544 AMTRAK, 506 Amtrak Cascades

04:00PM5h20

Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR

09:20PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA

$531One-way

1 transfer

2nd Cheapest

5528 AMTRAK, 506 Amtrak Cascades

02:35PM6h45

Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR

09:20PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA

$531One-way

1 transfer

5518 AMTRAK, 518 Amtrak Cascades

12:25PM5h12

Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR

05:37PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA

$581One-way

1 transfer

14 Coast Starlight

02:04PM5h47

Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR

07:51PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA

$611One-way

0 transfers

Salem, OR to Seattle, WA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, January 25

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Amtrak5502 AMTRAK	06:35AM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR	7h30	02:05PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	1 transfer
Amtrak5502 AMTRAK	06:35AM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR	5h20	11:55AM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	1 transfer
Amtrak504 Amtrak Cascades	08:56AM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR	5h09	02:05PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak5518 AMTRAK	12:25PM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR	5h12	05:37PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	1 transfer
Amtrak14 Coast Starlight	02:04PM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR	5h47	07:51PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak5528 AMTRAK	02:35PM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR	6h45	09:20PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	1 transfer
Amtrak5544 AMTRAK	04:00PM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR	5h20	09:20PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	1 transfer
Amtrak508 Amtrak Cascades	05:41PM Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR	5h09	10:50PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA

Showing times and prices for Jan 25

Fastest Journey

5 h 9 m

Average

5 h 47 m

Trains per day

Distance

301 km

Of the 8 trains that leave Salem, OR for Seattle, WA every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

508 Amtrak Cascades

05:41PM5h09

Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR

10:50PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA

$451One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

504 Amtrak Cascades

08:56AM5h09

Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR

02:05PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA

$781One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

5518 AMTRAK, 518 Amtrak Cascades

12:25PM5h12

Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR

05:37PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA

$581One-way

1 transfer

5544 AMTRAK, 506 Amtrak Cascades

04:00PM5h20

Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR

09:20PMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA

$531One-way

1 transfer

5502 AMTRAK, 502 Amtrak Cascades

06:35AM5h20

Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR

11:55AMKing Street Station, Seattle, WA

$701One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA

Trains from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€38) but you can travel from only $19 (€17) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $19 (€17)

Distance

187 miles (301 km)

Average train duration

5h 28m

Cheapest ticket price

$42 (€38)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 9m

First train

05:52

Last train

17:41

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $19 (€17)

Train providers: Amtrak from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA trains

Travel from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA from $44 (€39) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey to Seattle, WA from Salem, OR, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Salem, OR to Seattle, WA train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 5 h 9 min
Cheapest Price: $44
Amtrak frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA

FAQs: Travel by train from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA.

Cheap train tickets from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA can start from as little as $42 (€38) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Salem, OR to Seattle, WA is $53 (€48); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Salem, OR to Seattle, WA train travel time is 5 h 9 min for the 187 mile (301 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA leaves at 5: 52 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA leaves at 6: 10 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA without having to change trains with Amtrak. There are 3 direct trains from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Seattle, WA. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Seattle, WA from Salem, OR and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 10 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Seattle, WA from Salem, OR including taking a train or bus.

Popular train stations from Salem, OR to Seattle, WA

Salem

Seattle

The major train station for departures in Salem is Salem Railroad Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salem Railroad Station for your trip from Salem to Seattle.

Salem Railroad Station Accessibility