OR → WA · about 144 miles
Salem to Olympia train schedule
Amtrak runs 20 direct trains a week from Salem to Olympia. The fastest takes 3 hours 37 minutes; the first train leaves at 8:56 AM and the last at 5:41 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 20
- Fastest trip
- 3h 37m
- First train
- 8:56 AM
- Last train
- 5:41 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Salem and arrives at Olympia-Lacey Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:56 AM | 12:33 PM | 3h 37m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:04 PM | 5:59 PM | 3h 55m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 5:41 PM | 9:18 PM | 3h 37m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where the train stops in Olympia
Questions
How long is the train from Salem to Olympia?
The fastest direct train takes 3 hours 37 minutes; the typical trip is 3 hours 37 minutes.
What time is the first train from Salem to Olympia?
The earliest departure is at 8:56 AM (Daily) and the last at 5:41 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Salem to Olympia?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Salem?
Trains to Olympia leave from Salem Amtrak station.