How much is the train ticket from Sacramento to Salem?

The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Salem start from $80. The average price for this train route is around $118. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Salem?

The average train ride duration from Sacramento to Salem is 14h 12m, covering a distance of 445 miles (718 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 12m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Sacramento to Salem route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sacramento to Salem?

The earliest train departs from Sacramento to Salem at 11:49pm. And the latest train departs at 11:49pm.

Train Sacramento to Salem from $76 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Salem on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	14h 12m	2:01pm	Salem	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	14h 12m	2:01pm	Salem	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Salem on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	14h 12m	2:01pm	Salem	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	14h 12m	2:01pm	Salem	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:23 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento 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 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

11h 10mAverage Duration

445 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$70 - $218	Average Duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$80 - $607	Average Duration14h 12m	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $80

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sacramento, US to Salem, OR, US by train

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 train ticket from Sacramento to Salem?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Salem start from $80. The average price for this train route is around $118. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Salem?
The average train ride duration from Sacramento to Salem is 14h 12m, covering a distance of 445 miles (718 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 12m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Sacramento to Salem route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sacramento to Salem?
The earliest train departs from Sacramento to Salem at 11:49pm. And the latest train departs at 11:49pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$88

12/10

$99

Today

$99

12/12

$112

12/13

$124

12/14

No data

12/15

No data

12/16

No data

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $88

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

You can expect to pay from $88 to $810 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Salem, OR, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $112 which is on 2025-12-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Sacramento, US to Salem, OR, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time11h 10m	Avg Price$141	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time14h 12m	Avg Price$118	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Sacramento, US and Salem, OR, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $118 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $80. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Salem, OR, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Sacramento, US to Salem, OR, US in about 11h 10m - that's the fastest way to get there!