Reno to Salem, Oregon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

408.6 miles 657.6 km · straight line
490.3 miles estimated 789.1 km · driving distance
9h 52min estimated drive time
$47 - $58 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
337° NNW bearing direction

How far is Reno from Salem, Oregon?

The distance from Reno to Salem, Oregon is 408.6 miles (657.6 km) as the crow flies. Salem, Oregon is located NNW of Reno. By car, the driving distance is approximately 490.3 miles, taking about 9h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Reno in Nevada and Salem, Oregon in Oregon.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Reno and Salem, Oregon. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Reno to Salem, Oregon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 52min $47 - $58 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 50min $39–$74* Budget
Train ~9h 22min $59–$172* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Reno & Salem, Oregon

Quick Facts

Reno
39.53°N, 119.81°W
America/Los_Angeles
1373m elevation
Salem, Oregon
44.94°N, 123.04°W
America/Los_Angeles
49m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 136 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients