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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Santa Fe Depot | Salem | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Salem | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Salem | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Salem | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Fe Depot | Salem | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Salem
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Salem. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just $193, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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 $193
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, 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 San Diego to Salem?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Salem start from $193. The average price for this train route is around $194. 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 San Diego to Salem?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to Salem is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 896 miles (1445 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to Salem route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Diego to Salem?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to Salem at 6:01am. And the latest train departs at 6:10am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $185To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Salem, OR, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $185 to $781 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Salem, OR, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $185 which is on 2025-12-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Salem, OR, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Diego, CA, 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 $194 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $193. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Salem, OR, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Salem, OR, US in about 1d 7h - that's the fastest way to get there!
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