How to travel from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €104. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €104, and a train costs an average of €136.

Distance: 794 miles (1278 km)

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€183

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€169

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€174

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28h 56m

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28h 26m

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22h 49m

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22h 19m

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2h 30m

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13h 34m

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0.4 - 1.2kg

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1.3 - 3.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA is a bus with an average price of €169.

This is compared to other travel options from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA:

A bus is €5 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €174.

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €183.

The fastest way to travel from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 30m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 22h 19m.

Train takes on average 28h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Salem, OR and Los Angeles, CA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users.

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from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA

How to get from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    5:05 AM22h50
    Salem, OR
    3:55 AMLos Angeles, CA
    2531One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    5:05 AM22h50
    Salem, OR
    3:55 AMLos Angeles, CA
    2531One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    5:05 AM22h50
    Salem, OR
    3:55 AMLos Angeles, CA
    2531One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    4:05 AM22h50
    Salem, OR
    2:55 AMLos Angeles, CA
    2751One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA

Travel to Los Angeles, CA 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 Los Angeles, CA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Salem, OR and Los Angeles, CA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA is a bus with an average price of €169.

This is compared to other travel options from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA:

A bus is €5 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €174.

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €183.

The fastest way to travel from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 30m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 22h 19m.

Train takes on average 28h 26m.

The distance from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 794 miles (1278 km).
The average frequency per day from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA is:
  • Around 126 flights per day.
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Salem, OR and Los Angeles, CA as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA:
  • Buses mostly depart from Salem, Chemeketa Street Northeast / Liberty Street Northeast (Salem Center Mall), OR and arrive in Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA.
  • Flights mostly depart from Portland International Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Salem Railroad Station, Salem, OR and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Los Angeles, CA by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Los Angeles, CA by train.
  • Travel with Alaska Airlines to go to Los Angeles, CA by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 10 direct flights per day with Alaska Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Salem, OR to Los Angeles, CA often also extend their vacation to go to San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Tijuana, New York, NY. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Los Angeles, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Los Angeles, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Los Angeles, CA, you can explore Venice Beach Boardwalk with its eclectic shops and street performers, visit the historic El Capitan Theatre for a classic movie experience, or take a scenic hike in Runyon Canyon Park for panoramic city views. Enjoy a live performance at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, or discover unique exhibits at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Best sights include the Griffith Observatory for stunning city views and astronomy exhibits, The Getty Center for art and gardens, the historic Santa Monica Pier, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) with its diverse collections.
To fully experience Los Angeles, CA, it's ideal to spend at least 3 to 5 days. This allows time to visit popular attractions like Hollywood, Santa Monica, and the Getty Center, while also exploring the city's diverse neighborhoods and cultural offerings.
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