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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Salem to Bend?

There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Salem to Bend.

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Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
€39.08
Avg. Price
€62.43
Daily Trips
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4
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1
Duration
Duration
4h 21m
Duration
7h 4m

Bus from Salem to Bend: Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Salem to Bend. Traveling by bus from Salem to Bend usually takes around 4 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 40 minutes.

Distance104 mi (168 km)
Shortest duration2h 40m
Cheapest price€35.17
Trips per day2
Most frequent servicePacific Crest Bus Lines
Bus lines2

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Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for buses from Salem to Bend

(Based on 5 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

Linda

February 6, 2025- Visiting family

Pacific Crest Bus Lines

Pros: Ease of booking, friendliness and helpful staff in Salem Bus driver attentive and helpful. Cons: Have the Bend station office stay open till passengers arrive. It was closed at 4:30 on Thursday. Tips: It is a pleasant experience and takes all the worry of traveling over the mountain away.

5.0

Marcia

February 21, 2024- Visiting family

Pacific Crest Bus Lines

Pros: Great driver. Cons: More leg room.

5.0

Douglas

November 6, 2023- Visiting family

Pacific Crest Bus Lines

Pros: Safe, clean. Cons: Discount for round trip.

5.0

Kent

October 18, 2023- Solo travel

FlixBus US

Pros: Then driver was super cool. Cons: The staff amtrak were rude and acted like it was a chore to deal with me.

How much is a bus ticket from Salem to Bend?

Bus tickets for a trip from Salem to Bend cost €35.17 on average. Tickets cheaper than €35.17 are an excellent bargain. 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 Bend by month

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Taking the bus from Salem to Bend is usually cheapest in April, when the average ticket price is only €35. If you're planning to take the bus from Salem to Bend during July, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of €50. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

What bus companies travel from Salem to Bend?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Salem to Bend that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Pacific Crest Bus Lines usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Thruway24h 10m€43.68
Pacific Crest Bus Lines24h 26m€35.17

  • 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 Bend start at €39. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.

  • Book Pacific Crest Bus Lines from Salem to Bend from €35. There are 2 trips per day offered by Pacific Crest Bus Lines from Salem to Bend and you can expect on average to pay for a Pacific Crest Bus Lines ticket to Bend. In Salem, Pacific Crest Bus Lines departs to Bend from 500 13th St. S.E. . In Bend, Pacific Crest Bus Lines arrives at Hawthorne Station .

    An average trip on Pacific Crest Bus Lines from Salem to Bend takes 4 hours and 26 minutes , while the fastest available Pacific Crest Bus Lines trip will get you to Bend in 2 hours and 40 minutes .

    On weekends, Pacific Crest Bus Lines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Bend.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Salem to Bend

The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 23 minutes to cover the 104 miles from Salem to Bend. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 40 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Salem to Bend, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Salem to Bend every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 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 to Bend; ticket prices start at €62.43.

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. S.E.

Salem has two bus stations with service to Bend.

All bus stations in Salem:

  • 500 13th St. S.E.

  • 500 13th St SE

Where does the bus arrive in Bend?

Main arrival station: Hawthorne Station

All buses from Salem arrive at one main station in Bend.

All bus stations in Bend:

  • Hawthorne Station

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