What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Oswego to Salem?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Oswego to Salem is to bus which costs $3 - $4 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Oswego to Salem?

The fastest way to get from Lake Oswego to Salem is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Oswego and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Oswego to Salem. However, there are services departing from Lake Oswego Transit Center and arriving at Salem via Portland Curbside Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Lake Oswego to Salem?

The distance between Lake Oswego and Salem is 62 miles. The road distance is 40.3 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Oswego to Salem without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Oswego to Salem without a car is to line 35 bus and train which takes 2h 51m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lake Oswego to Salem?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Lake Oswego to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Oswego to Salem bus from?

Lake Oswego to Salem bus services, operated by Portland TriMet, depart from Lake Oswego Transit Center station.

Where does the Lake Oswego to Salem bus arrive?

Lake Oswego to Salem bus services, operated by Portland TriMet, arrive at SW 6th & W Burnside station.

Can I drive from Lake Oswego to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Oswego to Salem is 40 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Lake Oswego to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 83+ hotels available in Salem.

Lake Oswego to Salem - 5 ways to travel via train, line 35 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lake Oswego to Salem by bus, train, bus (Flixbus), car, or taxi

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Line 35 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lake Oswego Transit Center to SW 6th & W Burnsidebus 35
2. Take the train from Portland to Salemtrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
2h 51m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oregon City Transit Center to Woodburn - Hwy 214 - 1600 Mount Hood Avebus Cat 99X
2. Take the bus from Woodburn Bi-Mart - 1700 Mt Hood Ave to Downtown Transit Center - Bay Lbus 10X / ...
3h 42m
$3–4
Line 35 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Lake Oswego Transit Center to SW 6th & W Burnsidebus 35
2. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Salembus FlixBus 2110
2h 58m
Drive 40 mi
1. Drive from Lake Oswego to Salemcar 40 mi
48 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lake Oswego to Salemtaxi 40 mi
48 min
$140–180

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Distance: 61.8 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Lake Oswego, OR, USA and Salem, OR, USA?

You can take a bus from Lake Oswego Transit Center to Salem via SW 6th & W Burnside and Portland Curbside Bus Stop in around 2h 58m.

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