What is the cheapest way to get from Olympia to Salem?

The cheapest way to get from Olympia to Salem is to bus which costs $22 - $55 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Olympia to Salem?

The fastest way to get from Olympia to Salem is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Olympia and Salem?

No, there is no direct bus from Olympia to Salem station. However, there are services departing from Olympia and arriving at Salem Amtrak Station via Portland Flix/Greyhound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Olympia to Salem?

The distance between Olympia and Salem is 162 miles. The road distance is 160.2 miles.

How do I travel from Olympia to Salem without a car?

The best way to get from Olympia to Salem without a car is to bus which takes 3h 53m and costs $22 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Olympia to Salem?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Olympia to Salem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Olympia to Salem bus from?

Olympia to Salem bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Olympia station.

Where does the Olympia to Salem bus arrive?

Olympia to Salem bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Olympia to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between Olympia to Salem is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Olympia to Salem.

How do I get a bus ticket from Olympia to Salem?

Book your Olympia to Salem bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 86+ hotels available in Salem.

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There are 3 ways to get from Olympia to Salem by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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best
1. Take the bus from Olympia to Portland Curbside Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2120
2. Take the bus from Portland Flix/Greyhound to Salem Amtrak Stationbus Bend to Portland Express
3h 53m
$22–51
Drive 159.3 mi
1. Drive from Olympia to Salemcar 159.3 mi
2h 48m
$30–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Olympia to Portland Curbside Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2120
2. Take the train from Portland to Salemtrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
4h 5m
$33–67

Olympia to Salem by bus

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3h 53mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.3 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Olympia, WA, USA and Salem, OR, USA?

You can take a bus from Olympia to Salem Amtrak Station via Portland Curbside Bus Stop and Portland Flix/Greyhound in around 3h 53m.

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