What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Grove to Salem?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Grove to Salem is to bus which costs and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Grove to Salem?

The fastest way to get from Forest Grove to Salem is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Grove and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Grove to Salem. However, there are services departing from Forest Grove - WB Pacific Ave - Safeway and arriving at Salem - Glen Creek Transit Center via McMinnville Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Grove and Salem?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Grove station to Salem. However, there are services departing from Hatfield Government Center station and arriving at Salem via Portland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Forest Grove to Salem?

The distance between Forest Grove and Salem is 52 miles. The road distance is 45.7 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Grove to Salem without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Grove to Salem without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Forest Grove to Salem?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Forest Grove to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Grove to Salem bus from?

Forest Grove to Salem bus services, operated by Yamhill County Transit, depart from Forest Grove - WB Pacific Ave - Safeway station.

Where do I catch the Forest Grove to Salem train from?

Forest Grove to Salem train services, operated by Portland TriMet, depart from Hatfield Government Center station.

Where does the Forest Grove to Salem bus arrive?

Forest Grove to Salem bus services, operated by Yamhill County Transit, arrive at McMinnville Transit Center station.

Where does the Forest Grove to Salem train arrive?

Forest Grove to Salem train services, operated by Portland TriMet, arrive at Rose Quarter TC station.

Can I drive from Forest Grove to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Grove to Salem is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Forest Grove to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 86+ hotels available in Salem.

Forest Grove to Salem - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Forest Grove to Salem by bus, tram, train, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Forest Grove - WB Pacific Ave - Safeway to McMinnville Transit Centerbus 33
2. Take the bus from McMinnville Transit Center to Salem - Glen Creek Transit Centerbus 11
2h 25m
Drive 45.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Grove to Salemcar 45.4 mi
1h 8m
$9–12
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Hatfield Government Center station to Rose Quarter TC stationtram MAX Blue Line
2. Take the train from Portland to Salemtrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
3h 58m
$19–38
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Grove to Salemtaxi 45.4 mi
1h 8m
$160–200
Line 57 bus, line 54 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 19th & Main St to Beaverton Transit Centerbus 57
2. Take the bus from Beaverton Transit Center to NW 6th & Flandersbus 54
3. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Salembus
4h 18m
$13–19

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Distance: 51.5 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Forest Grove, OR, USA and Salem, OR, USA?

You can take a bus from Forest Grove - WB Pacific Ave - Safeway to Salem - Glen Creek Transit Center via McMinnville Transit Center in around 2h 25m.

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