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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Salem to Yosemite Valley. Traveling by bus from Salem to Yosemite Valley usually takes around 20 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 17 hours and 48 minutes.
| Distance | 529 mi (850 km) |
| Shortest duration | 17h 48m |
| Cheapest price | $141.00 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Salem to Yosemite Valley?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Salem to Yosemite Valley. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 7 | 20h 42m | $157.57 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 7 bus trips from Salem to Yosemite Valley every day, with the average journey taking around 20 hours and 42 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Yosemite Valley usually start from $141.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 20 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 529 miles from Salem to Yosemite Valley. However, the fastest bus only takes 17 hours and 48 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Salem to Yosemite Valley, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Salem to Yosemite Valley every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Salem to Yosemite Valley; ticket prices start at $169.25.
City Information
Salem
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Salem is the capital of Oregon and one of the state's best vacation destinations. Nestled in the Willamette Valley, the city is rich with outdoor activities, diverse cuisine, and sites reflecting Oregon's history.
The Deepwood Estate, a mansion built in 1893, runs tours that share early Salem history. Explore the surrounding gardens at Deepwood or walk the many paths in Bush's Pasture Park to discover their lush plant life. The Willamette River that runs through Salem is a gorgeous spot to fish, kayak, or board the historic Willamette Queen steamboat for a dinner cruise.
Salem's charming downtown overflows with local coffee shops, cafés, and restaurants serving fresh fare and the best wines from the Willamette Valley. The Saturday Farmers Market near the state capitol serves up fresh produce alongside live music and food trucks.
Many bus services operate in Salem, including Jefferson Lines, FlixBus, Shuttle Oregon, and the Amtrak Thruway. Amtrak's Coast Starlight line also stops in Salem, heading to LA and Seattle, as well as the Cascades, going to Vancouver and Eugene, Oregon.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Salem?
Main departure station: 500 13th St SE
Most buses depart from the main station in Salem.
All bus stations in Salem:
500 13th St SE
Where does the bus arrive in Yosemite Valley?
Main arrival station: Yosemite Visitor Center
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Yosemite Valley.
All bus stations in Yosemite Valley:
Yosemite Visitor Center
1 Yosemite Lodge Dr
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