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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Anacortes is to bus which costs $45 - $85 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Anacortes is to drive which takes 5h 23m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Anacortes?

No, there is no direct bus from Salem to Anacortes. However, there are services departing from Salem and arriving at Q Ave. and 13th across from Safeway via Seattle Bus Station, Skagit Station Gate 5 and March's Point. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Anacortes?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to Anacortes station. However, there are services departing from Salem and arriving at Mount Vernon Amtrak Station via Portland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Salem to Anacortes?

The distance between Salem and Anacortes is 305 miles. The road distance is 297.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Anacortes without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 8h 5m and costs $60 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Salem to Anacortes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salem to Anacortes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Salem to Anacortes train from?

Salem to Anacortes train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salem station.

Train or bus from Salem to Anacortes?

The best way to get from Salem to Anacortes is to train which takes 10h and costs $90 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $85 and takes 9h 49m.

Where does the Salem to Anacortes bus arrive?

Salem to Anacortes bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Seattle Bus Station.

Where does the Salem to Anacortes train arrive?

Salem to Anacortes train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Portland station.

Can I drive from Salem to Anacortes?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Anacortes is 298 miles. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Salem to Anacortes.

Where can I stay near Anacortes?

There are 138+ hotels available in Anacortes.

Salem to Anacortes - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, shuttle, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Salem to Anacortes by bus, shuttle, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, shuttle
best
1. Take the bus from Salem to Seattle Tacoma Intl Airportbus FlixBus 2110
2. Take a shuttle bus from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Anacortes - Cap Sante Marinashuttle Anacortes Northbound
8h 5m
$64–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salem to Seattle Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2110
2. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Mount Vernon Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0501
9h 49m
$47–82
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salem to Portlandtrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
2. Take the train from Portland to Mount Vernon Amtrak Stationtrain Amtrak Cascades
10h
$94–209
Drive 296.1 mi
1. Drive from Salem to Anacortescar 296.1 mi
5h 23m
$54–78
Bus, fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland International Airportbus
2. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane PDX - SEA
3. Take a shuttle bus from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Anacortes - Cap Sante Marinashuttle
6h 36m
$166–401
Bus, fly to King County International Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland International Airportbus
2. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to King County International Airport (BFI)plane PDX - BFI
3. Take a shuttle bus from Seattle, WA - Convention Center to Anacortes - Cap Sante Marinashuttle
6h 37m
$787–1,677
Bus, fly to Paine Field County Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland International Airportbus
2. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Paine Field County Airport (PAE)plane PDX - PAE
3. Take a shuttle bus from Paine Field Airport Terminal to Anacortes - Cap Sante Marinashuttle
6h 11m
$305–551
Bus, fly to Bellingham International Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Salem Amtrak Station to Portland International Airportbus
2. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Bellingham International Airport (BLI)plane PDX - BLI
3. Take a shuttle bus from Burlington Airporter Office to Anacortes - Cap Sante Marinashuttle
6h 44m
$200–568

Salem to Anacortes by bus and shuttle

7Weekly Services

8h 5mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 303.6 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

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

You can take a train from Salem to Q Ave. and 13th across from Safeway via Portland, Mount Vernon Amtrak Station, Skagit Station Gate 5, and March's Point in around 10h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Salem to Q Ave. and 13th across from Safeway via Seattle Bus Station, Mount Vernon Bus Stop, Skagit Station Gate 5, and March's Point in around 9h 49m.

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