What is the cheapest way to get from South Dakota to Salem?

The cheapest way to get from South Dakota to Salem is to fly and train which costs $120 - $550 and takes 9h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Dakota to Salem?

The fastest way to get from South Dakota to Salem is to fly and train which takes 8h 20m and costs $140 - $550.

How far is it from South Dakota to Salem?

The distance between South Dakota and Salem is 1163 miles. The road distance is 1595 miles.

How long does it take to get from South Dakota to Salem?

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from South Dakota to Salem, including transfers.

What is the time difference between South Dakota and Salem?

Salem is 2h behind South Dakota. It is currently 2:40 AM in South Dakota and 12:40 AM in Salem.

Can I drive from South Dakota to Salem?

Yes, the driving distance between South Dakota to Salem is 1595 miles. It takes approximately 25h 5m to drive from South Dakota to Salem.

Where can I stay near Salem?

There are 78+ hotels available in Salem.

South Dakota to Salem - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from South Dakota to Salem by plane, train, or car

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Fly Pierre Municipal Airport to Portland International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Pierre Municipal Airport (PIR) to Portland International Airport (PDX)plane PIR - PDX
2. Take the train from Portland to Salemtrain
8h 20m
$142–543
Fly Rapid City to Mahlon Sweet Field Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Mahlon Sweet Field Airport (EUG)plane RAP - EUG
2. Take the train from Eugene to Salemtrain
9h 55m
$128–512
Drive 1,585.8 mi
1. Drive from Sioux Falls to Salemcar 1,585.8 mi
25h 5m
$290–418
Fly Pierre Municipal Airport to Mahlon Sweet Field Airport, train
1. Fly from Pierre Municipal Airport (PIR) to Mahlon Sweet Field Airport (EUG)plane PIR - EUG
2. Take the train from Eugene to Salemtrain
9h 45m
$135–522
Fly Rapid City to Portland International Airport, train
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Portland International Airport (PDX)plane RAP - PDX
2. Take the train from Portland to Salemtrain
9h 52m
$130–533
Fly Sioux Falls to Portland International Airport, train
1. Fly from Sioux Falls (FSD) to Portland International Airport (PDX)plane FSD - PDX
2. Take the train from Portland to Salemtrain
10h 57m
$132–592

Pierre Municipal Airport (PIR) to Portland International Airport (PDX) flights

12Weekly Planes

6h 30mAverage Duration

$110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,156.5 mi
Duration: 8h 20m

What companies run services between South Dakota, USA and Salem, OR, USA?

There is no direct connection from South Dakota to Salem. However, you can take the taxi to Pierre Municipal Airport (PIR) airport, fly to Portland International Airport (PDX), walk to Portland Int'l Airport station, take the vehicle to Rose Quarter TC station, walk to Portland, then take the train to Salem. Alternatively, you can drive from Sioux Falls to Salem in around 25h 5m.

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