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Salem to Vancouver Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Salem to Vancouver?
There are usually 7 daily train trips available from Salem to Vancouver.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$24.00 | Avg. Price$23.06 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips7 |
Duration | Duration1h 13m | Duration2h 53m |
Bus from Salem to Vancouver: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Salem to Vancouver. Traveling by bus from Salem to Vancouver usually takes around one hour and 13 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 51 mi (83 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 13m |
| Cheapest price | $24.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Salem to Vancouver?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Salem to Vancouver. Amtrak Thruway is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 1h 13m | $24.00 |
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 Vancouver start at $24. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Salem to Vancouver
The bus takes an average of one hour and 13 minutes to cover the 51 miles from Salem to Vancouver. 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.
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 Vancouver, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Salem to Vancouver. It leaves the station in Salem at 9:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Salem to Vancouver. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Salem, OR to Vancouver, WA; ticket prices start at $15.00.
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.
Vancouver
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Vancouver sits on the northern banks of the Columbia River in Washington and is the state's fourth most populated city. The surrounding Cascade Mountains offer incredible Pacific Northwest adventures. Mount Saint Helens and Mount Hood, two snow-topped volcanoes, are within short drives of Vancouver for easy access to hikes and ski runs. Beacon Rock State Park includes a trail to the summit of a monolithic rock formation. Plus, the Columbia River Gorge is easily one of the best destinations in Washington for breathtaking scenery.
Vancouver is located just across the Columbia from Portland, and Interstates 5 and 205 have north to south bridges connecting Portland to Vancouver. Within the city, you will find Vancouver's mass transit system, C-Tran, to get around with ease.
Several Amtrak services operate from Vancouver, including the Coast Starlight, Empire Builder, and Cascades routes. If you're arriving by air, the nearest airport is Portland International Airport, just a few minutes' drive from downtown Vancouver.
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 Vancouver?
Main arrival station: Portland International Airport
All buses from Salem arrive at one main station in Vancouver.
All bus stations in Vancouver:
Portland International Airport
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