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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: May 15 atDeparture city: SalemDeparture location: SalemArrival time: May 15 atDestination city: PortlandDestination location: Union StationOperated by: Amtrak
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- Departure time: May 15 atDeparture city: SalemDeparture location: SalemArrival time: May 15 atDestination city: PortlandDestination location: Union StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: May 15 atDeparture city: SalemDeparture location: SalemArrival time: May 15 atDestination city: PortlandDestination location: Union StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: May 15 atDeparture city: SalemDeparture location: SalemArrival time: May 15 atDestination city: PortlandDestination location: Union StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Salem to PortlandAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Salem to Portland: Trip Overview
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Based on 5119 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 $13.00
Amtrak Salem Portland recent customer reviews
I enjoyed the comfort of the seats, the air conditioning, how peaceful it was and it wasnt packed or anything.
Elizabeth C.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salem to Portland was searched and found on May 12, 2025 with a price of $11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salem to Portland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $11 to $427 for a train ticket from Salem to Portland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-05-15.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Salem to Portland is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Portland, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
By choosing the train between Salem and Portland, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Salem to Portland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
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