OR → WA · about 187 miles
Salem to Seattle bus & train schedule
Amtrak and FlixBus run 27 direct buses and trains a week from Salem to Seattle. The fastest takes 5 hours 5 minutes; the first departure leaves at 8:56 AM and the last at 5:41 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses and trains a week
- 27
- Fastest trip
- 5h 05m
- First departure
- 8:56 AM
- Last departure
- 5:41 PM
Timetable
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 | Stops | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:56 AM | 2:05 PM | 5h 09m | Daily | Salem to Seattle | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:04 PM | 7:51 PM | 5h 47m | Daily | Salem to Seattle | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 5:40 PM | 10:45 PM | 5h 05m | Daily | Salem Chemeketa & Liberty to Seattle Bus Station | FlixBus Full timetable |
| 5:41 PM | 10:50 PM | 5h 09m | Daily | Salem to Seattle | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Questions
How long is the bus or train from Salem to Seattle?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 5 hours 5 minutes; the typical trip is 5 hours 9 minutes.
What time is the first departure from Salem to Seattle?
The earliest departure is at 8:56 AM (Daily) and the last at 5:41 PM (Daily).
Which bus and rail companies go from Salem to Seattle?
Amtrak and FlixBus run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in Salem?
Buses and trains to Seattle leave from Salem Amtrak station and Salem Chemeketa & Liberty.