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How to get to Salem by train
| Routes | 50 |
| Trips per day | 162 |
| train lines | 3 |
| Stations | 1 |
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About Salem
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.
What train companies travel to Salem, Oregon?
Located in Oregon, Salem is accessible by train from 50 other cities. You can choose from 162 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Salem on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Salem are also available.
Train companies serving Salem
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 181 | 1d 8h 58m | $178.58 |
| Amtrak Coast Starlight | 25 | 12h 38m | $73.82 |
| Amtrak Cascades | 11 | 1h 27m | $14.34 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Amtrak Coast Starlight is a service provided by Amtrak that connects Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles on the US Pacific coast. The full journey winds through the Cascade Mountains, perfectly clipped vineyards, and dense coastal forest, allowing passengers to get a glimpse of the US west coast while enjoying air-conditioned cars, power outlets, complimentary onboard WiFi, and snacks.
The Cascades is a passenger train service operated by Amtrak that runs between Vancouver, BC and Eugene, OR. Not only is the Cascades one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the trains also offer free WiFi, power outlets, reclining seats, and refreshments available for purchase.
Which train carrier has the best service to Salem?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Salem by train with Amtrak giving them a 4.6 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Coast Starlight had the most comfortable train service to Salem taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Coast Starlight offers. They rate Amtrak Coast Starlight a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Salem punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Salem, rating them a 4.5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Salem is 500 13th St SE. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Salem.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3d 19h 6m | $451.15 |
| Portland | 10h 19m | $81.39 |
| Hillsboro | 9h 10m | $20.38 |
| Seattle | 8h 12m | $79.07 |
| Los Angeles | 1d 3h 27m | $147.32 |
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