Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Pacific Central Station | Salem | No tags | ||||
| Train | Pacific Central Station | Salem | No tags | ||||
| Train | Pacific Central Station | Salem | No tags | ||||
| Train | Pacific Central Station | Salem | No tags | ||||
| Train | Pacific Central Station | Salem | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Vancouver to Salem
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salem. The journey takes about 11 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 883, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 739
Amtrak Vancouver Salem recent customer reviews
The train is very relaxing and the snack bar food was good!
Wendy P.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vancouver, CA to Salem, OR, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Vancouver to Salem?
The cheapest train tickets from Vancouver to Salem start from R 1 739. The average price for this train route is around R 2 616. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Vancouver to Salem?
The average train journey time from Vancouver to Salem is 12h 4m, covering a distance of 483 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Vancouver to Salem route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vancouver to Salem?
The earliest train from Vancouver to Salem departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 07:15.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Vancouver, CA to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 383To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Vancouver, CA to Salem, OR, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 383 to R 3 251 for a train ticket from Vancouver, CA to Salem, OR, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 833, which is on 2025-12-16.
