Question 1

Is it safe to travel by bus from Salem to Portland during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Accepted Answer

Our bus partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, bus carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all bus passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the bus.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 2

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

Accepted Answer

With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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 Portland, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

Question 3

What bus companies travel from Salem to Portland?

Accepted Answer

There is one bus company that operates from Salem to Portland. Amtrak Thruway is the only company that connects the two cities by bus. Fortunately, it has multiple scheduled buses per day, so travelers still have a good amount of choice and flexibility.

Question 4

How much is a bus ticket from Salem to Portland?

Accepted Answer

Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, $13.00 was the low point for bus fares from Salem to Portland. Buses from Portland to Salem are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than $13.00 could be considered a great deal.
The best way to find cheap deals on bus tickets is by booking as early as possible, since most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. You should book at least 10 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $4.00 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 5

How many buses are there each day?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Salem to Portland every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Oregon to Oregon without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Salem to Portland; ticket prices start at $13.00.

Question 6

How long is the bus ride?

Accepted Answer

The bus usually takes around 1 hour 13 minutes  to cover the 44 miles (70 kilometers) from Salem, OR to Portland, OR. However, the fastest bus only takes 1 hour 10 minutes.  You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short trip.

Question 7

When do the earliest and latest buses leave Salem?

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The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Salem to Portland, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 8

Where does the bus arrive in Portland?

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All buses from Salem arrive at one main station in Portland, Oregon:

Question 9

Where does the bus leave from in Salem?

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Most buses depart from the main station in Salem, Oregon:

Question 10

Prices as travel date approaches

Accepted Answer

The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Salem to Portland is by booking your trip as early as possible, as most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. That’s why you should book at least 10 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $4.00 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 11

Monthly average prices

Accepted Answer

Traveling from Salem to Portland by bus will cost you about the same regardless of the time of year for which you plan your trip. In general, bus ticket prices for that route don’t fluctuate much throughout the year, so expect to pay around  whenever you decide to board the bus to Portland.

Question 12

Need a return trip from Portland to Salem?

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Question 13

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

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