The cheapest and fastest trains from Seattle, WA to Salem, OR
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
5 h 41 m
Average duration
17 h 55 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 4 trains that leave Seattle, WA for Salem, OR on Mon, May 25, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 301 km distance in an average of 17 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 41 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 1 d 4 h 15 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.
3:10 PM28h15Seattle, WA7:25 PMSalem, OR$571One-way0 transfers
4:55 PM5h41Seattle, WA10:36 PMSalem, OR$591One-way0 transfers
2:10 PM28h15Seattle, WA6:25 PMSalem, OR$591One-way0 transfers
3:55 PM9h30Seattle, WA1:25 AMSalem, OR$591One-way0 transfers
4:55 PM5h41Seattle, WA10:36 PMSalem, OR$591One-way0 transfers
3:55 PM9h30Seattle, WA1:25 AMSalem, OR$591One-way0 transfers
3:10 PM28h15Seattle, WA7:25 PMSalem, OR$571One-way0 transfers
2:10 PM28h15Seattle, WA6:25 PMSalem, OR$591One-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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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $510 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m 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 $510 (€413).
Other travel options to Salem, OR take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 17m.
Flight takes on average 8h 45m.
Tickets start at around $54 (€44) compared to roughly $45 (€36) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.52 (€-7.70). The journey takes 5h 17m versus 3h 24m 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
Seattle, WA to Salem, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Salem, OR trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:10 PM Seattle, WA | 28h15 | 6:25 PM Salem, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:10 PM Seattle, WA | 28h15 | 7:25 PM Salem, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:55 PM Seattle, WA | 9h30 | 1:25 AM Salem, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:55 PM Seattle, WA | 5h41 | 10:36 PM Salem, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Seattle, WA to Salem, OR
Trains from Seattle, WA to Salem, OR run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 17:41. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 5m |
First train 6:35 AM |
Last train 5:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Seattle, WA to Salem, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Seattle, WA and Salem, OR from $32 (€26). 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 Seattle, WA to Salem, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA to Salem, OR
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with several parking lots and garages in the vicinity.
- The London Plane
- Salumi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
- The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
- Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Sounder trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Link Light Rail at International District/Chinatown Station
- 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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