Hillsboro, OR, USA to Salem, OR, USA from $2: 6 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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How to Get from Hillsboro to Salem: Cheapest, Fastest and Best Way

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86 kmDistance

1h 5m Fastest

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Hillsboro - Salem operators

Explore transport companies operating between Hillsboro and Salem, with prices starting at . These companies offer competitive pricing, flexible schedules, and comfortable travel experiences.

Train

Contact phone

+1 800-872-7245

Website

https://www.amtrak.com/home.html

Train from Portland to Salem

Average Duration

1h 10m

Estimated price

$2-70

Bus

Contact phone

+1 (855) 626-8585

Website

flixbus.com

Bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Salem

Average Duration

1h 15m

Estimated price

$33-35

Contact phone

+1 503-238-7433

Website

trimet.org

Bus from SE Washington & 2nd to Beaverton Transit Center

Average Duration

39m

Estimated price

$2-2

Bus from Beaverton Transit Center to Tualatin Park & Ride

Average Duration

43m

Estimated price

$2-3

Contact phone

+1 503-682-7790

Website

ridesmart.com

Bus from Wilsonville Transit Center Bay 1 to Summer St at Union St - Employment Building SB

Average Duration

40m

Estimated price

$3-3

Taxi

Contact phone

+1 503-227-1212

Website

radiocab.net

Taxi from Hillsboro to Salem

Average Duration

1h 5m

Estimated price

$140-170

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Other from Hillsboro to Salem

Average Duration

1h 5m

Estimated price

$30-31

Hillsboro to Salem: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Hillsboro and Salem offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

🚗 Embark on a scenic journey from Hillsboro to Salem, covering a distance of 54 miles. Enjoy approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes of picturesque driving through the heart of Oregon. 💸 Experience affordable travel as the prices for the trip from Hillsboro to Salem by car range from $9 to $14. Plan your budget-friendly road trip and immerse yourself in the natural beauty along the route.

Average price

$9 - $14

🚆 To travel from Hillsboro to Salem by train, you would need to take a route that involves transferring trains in Portland. The journey, with the change of trains, usually takes around 3 hours and 27 minutes.

Departure Point

Hatfield Government Center station

Arrival Point

Salem station

🚌 The trip from Hillsboro to Salem by bus requires transfers and takes approximately 3 hours and 36 minutes. 🚌 Departure for the journey starts at SE Washington & 2nd with services operated by Portland TriMet. 🚌 The bus arrives at Salem Amtrak Station Bus Platform after passing through Beaverton Transit Center and Tualatin Park & Ride. Prices for this trip range from $15 to $21.

Departure Point

SE Washington & 2nd station

Arrival Point

Salem Amtrak Station Bus Platform

Frequently asked questions

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The distance between Hillsboro and Salem is approximately 64.4 km by road. When traveling by tram and then train, it takes about 3 hours and 27 minutes to reach Salem from Hillsboro. For those traveling by car, the journey from Salem to Hillsboro typically takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes. Alternatively, taking a bus between the two cities usually takes approximately 2 hours and 41 minutes.

The most cost-effective and time-efficient transportation option for traveling from Hillsboro to Salem is by bus. It takes approximately 2 hours and 41 minutes and is the cheapest option. However, if you prefer a quicker option, taking a taxi is the best choice, with a travel time of just 1 hour and 5 minutes. Keep in mind that taking a taxi will be more expensive, costing around $140-$170.

There is no cost for taking the bus between Salem and Hillsboro, as it is free.

To travel from Hillsboro to Salem without using public transportation, you can consider driving. The distance between the two cities is approximately 86.9 km, and it takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes to drive. The cost of driving can range from $9 to $14, depending on factors such as fuel prices and vehicle efficiency.

The best way to travel from Hillsboro to Salem without a car is by bus. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and 41 minutes and the cost may vary depending on the bus service. Alternatively, you can also take a tram and then a train, which will take longer, around 3 hours and 27 minutes. However, if you are in Salem and want to travel to Hillsboro without a car, the most convenient option is to take a train which takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes.

Yes, there is a direct link between Hillsboro and Salem. Traveling by car, it takes approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes to cover the distance of 64.4 km between the two cities. Alternatively, taking a bus from Hillsboro to Salem takes around 2 hours and 41 minutes, including transfers. However, there is no direct train connection between the two cities, but it is possible to take a tram and then a train, which takes about 3 hours and 27 minutes.

There are plenty of options for accommodations near Salem with over 55 hotels available to choose from. Prices for hotels in the area start at $49, offering a range of choices to fit different budgets.