Next available departures

Next departures for Olympia to Salem on September 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:16am	Lacey - Centennial Station	8h 9m	6:25pm	Salem	Cheapest
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:41pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 38m	7:19pm	Salem	Fastest
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:33am	Lacey - Centennial Station	3h 47m	12:20pm	Salem	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:24am	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:24am	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 12m	3:36pm	Salem	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:33am	Lacey - Centennial Station	1d 2h	11:25am	Salem	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	1:31pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	4h 54m	6:25pm	Salem	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	1:31pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	5h 48m	7:19pm	Salem	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Olympia to Salem

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Salem. The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 35,105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 25mAverage Duration

146 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 35,105 - CLP 38,551	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 38,895 - CLP 424,034	Average Duration4h 12m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,496 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6496 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 CLP 38,895

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Olympia 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 Olympia to Salem?
The cheapest train tickets from Olympia to Salem start from CLP 38,895. The average price for this train route is around CLP 60,287. 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 Olympia to Salem?
The average train ride duration from Olympia to Salem is 4h 12m, covering a distance of 143 miles (230 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Olympia to Salem route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Olympia to Salem?
The earliest train departs from Olympia to Salem at 8:33am. And the latest train departs at 3:41pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/18

CLP 36,424

09/19

No data

Today

CLP 63,004

09/21

CLP 44,300

09/22

CLP 25,596

09/23

No data

09/24

No data

09/25

No data

The cheapest trip from Olympia to Salem, OR, US was searched and found on Sep 22, 2026 with a price of CLP 25,596

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 25,596 to CLP 525,686 for a train ticket from Olympia to Salem, OR, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 25,596 which is on 2026-09-22.