DC → VA · about 198 miles
Washington to Salem bus schedule
Virginia Breeze Bus Lines runs 7 direct buses a week from Washington to Salem. The fastest takes 5 hours 25 minutes; every bus leaves at 1:15 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 5h 25m
- Leaves at
- 1:15 PM
Timetable
Every bus leaves from Washington (Union Station) and arrives at Salem (Park & Ride). 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 | Bus company | Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:15 PM | 6:40 PM | 5h 25m | Daily | Virginia Breeze Bus Lines Full timetable | Book (carrier website) |
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Where to board in Washington Where you get off in Salem The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Washington
Where the bus stops in Salem
- Salem (Park & Ride) Map of Salem (Park & Ride) (Google Maps)
Return trip: Salem to Washington
Questions
How long is the bus from Washington to Salem?
The fastest direct bus takes 5 hours 25 minutes.
What time is the first bus from Washington to Salem?
Every departure is at 1:15 PM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Washington to Salem?
Virginia Breeze Bus Lines runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Washington?
Buses to Salem leave from Washington (Union Station).