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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Washington Bus Station | Salem Edgebrook Rd | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 4:38 AM EST.
Get from Washington to Salem
The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Salem, VA, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Salem?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Salem start from $58. The average price for this route is around $73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Washington to Salem?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Salem is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 320 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Virginia Breeze.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Salem route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Virginia Breeze, Megabus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Salem?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Salem at 1:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Salem?
A bus trip from Washington to Salem generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Washington to Salem?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Virginia Breeze, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Salem?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Virginia Breeze has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Washington to Salem?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Virginia Breeze, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Salem?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Virginia Breeze, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Salem, VA, US was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $70To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Salem, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $70 to $70 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Salem, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2026-01-16.
