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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Chehalis is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Chehalis is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Chehalis?

No, there is no direct bus from Salem to Chehalis. However, there are services departing from Salem and arriving at United State Postal Service - NW Cascade Ave & Center St. via Olympia Transit Center - 280 Washington St NE and Mellen Street e-Transit Station - 1401 Mellen St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Salem and Chehalis?

No, there is no direct train from Salem to Chehalis station. However, there are services departing from Salem and arriving at Centralia Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Salem to Chehalis?

The distance between Salem and Chehalis is 149 miles. The road distance is 132 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Chehalis without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs $45 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Salem to Chehalis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salem to Chehalis bus from?

Salem to Chehalis bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Salem station.

Where do I catch the Salem to Chehalis train from?

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

Train or bus from Salem to Chehalis?

The best way to get from Salem to Chehalis is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $70 and takes 6h.

Where does the Salem to Chehalis bus arrive?

Salem to Chehalis bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Olympia station.

Where does the Salem to Chehalis train arrive?

Salem to Chehalis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Centralia Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Salem to Chehalis?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Chehalis is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Salem to Chehalis.

Where can I stay near Chehalis?

There are 23+ hotels available in Chehalis.

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There are 3 ways to get from Salem to Chehalis by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Salem to Centralia Amtrak Stationtrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
4h 27m
$48–95
Drive 131.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salem to Chehaliscar 131.2 mi
2h 20m
$24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salem to Olympiabus FlixBus N2111
2. Take the bus from Olympia Transit Center - 280 Washington St NE to Mellen Street e-Transit Station - 1401 Mellen St.bus Green / ...
6h
$50–67

Salem to Chehalis by train and bus (Amtrak)

21Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.9 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Salem to Centralia Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Salem to United State Postal Service - NW Cascade Ave & Center St. via Olympia, Olympia Transit Center - 280 Washington St NE, and Mellen Street e-Transit Station - 1401 Mellen St. in around 6h.

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