Trains from Portland, OR to Salem, OR

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Today22 Nov
Tomorrow23 Nov
from US$11
Sun24 Nov
from US$11
Mon25 Nov
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Tue26 Nov
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Wed27 Nov
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Thu28 Nov
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Fri29 Nov

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 23 November at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 23 November at
    Destination city: Salem
    Destination location: Salem
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 23 November at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 23 November at
    Destination city: Salem
    Destination location: Salem
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 November at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 23 November at
    Destination city: Salem
    Destination location: Salem
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 November at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 23 November at
    Destination city: Salem
    Destination location: Salem
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 November at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 23 November at
    Destination city: Salem
    Destination location: Salem
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

Train Portland to Salem: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$13
Average train trip duration1h 12m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure11:08
Distance45 miles
Latest train departure18:09

Portland to Salem Trains

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From train tickets to high-end trains trip from Portland to Salem, we offer a wide range of train services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Portland - Salem

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Portland to Salem cost?

    The average train ticket price from Portland to Salem is US$13. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Portland to Salem is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Portland to Salem?

    A train trip between Portland and Salem is around 1h 12m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 45 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Portland and Salem?

    The number of trains from Portland to Salem can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Portland to Salem by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Portland to Salem?

    When taking the train from Portland to Salem, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
20/11
US$11
21/11
US$11
Today
US$13
23/11
US$11
24/11
US$11
25/11
US$11
26/11
US$11
27/11
US$11
The cheapest trip from Portland to Salem was searched and found on 20 Nov 2024 with a price of US$11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portland to Salem as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$11 to US$427 for a train ticket from Portland to Salem based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$11, which is on 2024-11-23.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Portland and Salem is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Salem.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Salem, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Portland and Salem compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Portland to Salem.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

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Train from Salem to Portland

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