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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR
Cheapest price
$135
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
19 h 25 m
Average duration
19 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
851 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $135.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR without transferring at least 2 times.
12:25 PM19h25San Jose, CA7:50 AMSalem, OR$1351One-way2 transfers
- 12:25 PM19h25San Jose, CA7:50 AMSalem, OR$1351One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Jose, CA to Salem, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $98. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $98, and a flight costs an average of $95.
Distance: 528 miles (851 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$167 Average price | $113 Average price Cheapest | $220 Average price |
24h 50m Average total duration 24h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 33m Average total duration 18h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration Fastest 6h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Salem, OR bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Salem, OR buses for today, Saturday, April 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:15 PM San Jose, CA | 17h45 | 4:00 PM Salem, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR
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Buses from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR run on average 2 times per day, taking around 24h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $164 (€134) but you can travel from only $95 (€77) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 528 miles (851 km) distance in 17h 45m.
Distance 528 miles (851 km) |
Average bus duration 24h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $164 (€134) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 17h 45m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
FAQs: Bus from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Salem, OR by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salem, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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