Find coaches from Washington, DC, US to Salem, VA, US

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Next departures from Washington to Salem on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Virginia Breeze
    		Dulles Airport
    		Salem Edgebrook RdCheapestFastest
    Virginia Breeze
      		Washington Bus Station
      		Salem Edgebrook RdNo tags

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      Get from Washington to Salem

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      2bus per day
      4h 5mAverage duration
      292 kmDistance
      7kgCO₂ emissions

      Bus Washington, DC, US to Salem, VA, US: Trip Overview

      Average ticket priceUS$41
      Average bus trip duration4h 5m
      Number of daily buses2
      Earliest bus departure12:50
      Distance292 km
      Latest bus departure14:35

      Washington to Salem Bus

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      Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Salem, VA, US

      1. How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Salem cost?

        The bus ticket price from Washington to Salem starts at US$41. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Salem is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

      2. How long is the bus ride from Washington to Salem?

        The average travel time between Washington and Salem is around 4h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 323 km that separates the two cities.

      3. How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Salem?

        The number of buses from Washington to Salem can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Salem by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

      4. Which bus companies travel from Washington to Salem?

        When taking the bus from Washington to Salem, you can travel comfortably and safely with Virginia Breeze, Megabus.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      31/10
      US$38
      01/11
      US$49
      Today
      US$38
      03/11
      US$38
      04/11
      US$38
      05/11
      US$38
      06/11
      US$38
      07/11
      US$38
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Salem, VA, US was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$38

      To 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 US$38 to US$49 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 US$38, which is on 2025-11-03.

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      Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Washington to Salem, get comfy and count the stars.

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      Did you know?

      Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

      The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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