How far is Vancouver from Salem?

The distance separating Vancouver and Salem is 299 miles (481 km).

Bus Vancouver to Salem from $95 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Vancouver to Salem on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:15am	1150 Station St Bay #2, Ebus Vancouver Stop (Pacific Central Station)	11h 10m	8:25pm	Liberty St SE	No tags
Bus	9:15am	1150 Station St Bay #2, Ebus Vancouver Stop (Pacific Central Station)	11h 10m	8:25pm	Liberty St SE	No tags
Bus	9:15am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	11h 10m	8:25pm	Liberty St SE	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	14h 5m	9:05pm	Liberty St SE	No tags
Bus	7:00am	1150 Station St Bay #2, Ebus Vancouver Stop (Pacific Central Station)	14h 5m	9:05pm	Liberty St SE	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Vancouver to Salem

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Salem. The journey takes about 11 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

11h 55mAverage Duration

299 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $109	Average Duration11h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$85 - $162	Average Duration12h 4m	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e

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Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,371 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vancouver, CA to Salem, OR, US by bus

How far is Vancouver from Salem?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$137

11/17

$95

Today

$95

11/19

$106

11/20

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The cheapest trip from Vancouver, CA to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $95

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vancouver, CA to Salem, OR, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $95 to $386 for a bus 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 $106 which is on 2025-11-19.