CA → OR · about 529 miles
San Jose to Salem train schedule
Amtrak runs 6 direct trains a week from San Jose to Salem. The fastest takes 18 hours 3 minutes; every train leaves at 7:58 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 6
- Fastest trip
- 18h 03m
- Leaves at
- 7:58 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from San Jose and arrives at Salem. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:58 PM | 2:01 PM +1 day | 18h 03m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in San Jose Where you get off in Salem The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in San Jose
Where the train stops in Salem
Return trip: Salem to San Jose
Questions
How long is the train from San Jose to Salem?
The fastest direct train takes 18 hours 3 minutes.
What time is the first train from San Jose to Salem?
Every departure is at 7:58 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from San Jose to Salem?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in San Jose?
Trains to Salem leave from San Jose bus stop.