5.0
Pros: On time. Cons: The seats were cramped.
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There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Salem to Albany.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€14.27 | Avg. Price€16.67 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration1h 27m | Duration1h 33m |
Bus from Salem to Albany: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Salem to Albany. Traveling by bus from Salem to Albany usually takes around one hour and 27 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 40 minutes.
| Distance | 21 mi (35 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 40m |
| Cheapest price | €8.31 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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5.0
How much is a bus ticket from Salem to Albany?
Bus tickets for a trip from Salem to Albany cost €8.31 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Salem to Albany by month
Bus tickets from Salem to Albany are usually around €9 and prices do not fluctuate very much throughout the year.
What bus companies travel from Salem to Albany?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Salem to Albany. Amtrak Thruway 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 4 | 1h 28m | €14.34 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Salem to Albany start at €8. On average, there are 4 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Salem to Albany
The bus takes an average of one hour and 27 minutes to cover the 21 miles from Salem to Albany. However, the fastest bus only takes 40 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Salem to Albany for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Albany, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Salem to Albany, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Salem to Albany every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 3 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Salem, OR to Albany, OR; ticket prices start at €8.31.
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.
Albany
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Albany is an Oregon city located halfway between Portland and Eugene, just south of the state capital, Salem. To get a feel for the town's history, visit Monteith House and Albany Regional Museum, both of which house artifacts from the 19th century when Oregon was a growing destination for pioneers.
Thanks to its location in the Willamette Valley, Albany is near many top-rated wineries and vineyards like Springhill Cellars and Delfino Fine Wines. Oregon's beer culture also shines in Albany, at breweries including Calapooia Brewing Co. and The Garage, with 54 drinks on tap downtown. Albany also has many excellent restaurants, with specialties ranging from Italian to Hungarian dishes.
Many bus routes serve Albany, the most useful of which are ATS (Albany Transit System) for travel within the local area and Amtrak Thruway for intercity travel. Amtrak's Coast Starlight between LA and Seattle and the Cascades from Vancouver to Eugene both stop in Albany for easy rail connections up and down the coast.
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 Albany?
Main arrival station: 110 10th Ave SW
All buses from Salem arrive at one main station in Albany.
All bus stations in Albany:
110 10th Ave SW
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