- Must visit
Natural History Museum of Utah
Major museum with dinosaur fossils, Utah geology, Indigenous histories, and panoramic foothill views. One of the city’s strongest family-friendly cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$178
Average price
$277
Fastest journey
2 d 6 h 15 m
Average duration
2 d 16 h 47 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
3167 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY to Salt Lake City, UT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $277 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $178.
Of the 6 buses that leave New York, NY for Salt Lake City, UT on Sat, Jun 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 3167 km distance in an average of 2 d 16 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 d 6 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 3 d 5 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Salt Lake City, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $124. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $124, and a train costs an average of $216.
Distance: 1967 miles (3167 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$342 Average price | $297 Average price Cheapest | $762 Average price | $473 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
58h 43m Average total duration 58h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration Fastest 6h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 56h 47m Average total duration 56h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Salt Lake City, UT:
A flight is $46 (€37) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from New York, NY to Salt Lake City, UT costing on average $342 (€280).
A flight is $466 (€382) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Salt Lake City, UT costing on average $762 (€625).
Other travel options to Salt Lake City, UT take longer:
Train takes on average 56h 17m.
Bus takes on average 58h 13m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 52h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $196 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 72h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 51h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $197 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 69h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 67h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 60h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $209 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 66h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 59h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $207 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 57h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $207 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 56h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $207 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 56h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $231 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 59h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $213 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 82h55 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $471 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 55h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $207 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 54h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $209 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 57h55 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $188 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 60h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $191 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 60h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $191 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 59h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 55h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $462 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 58h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $253 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 54h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $549 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 57h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $191 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 57h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $189 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 77h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $364 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 54h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $200 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 77h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $610 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 54h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 74h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $178 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 53h21 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $193 |
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Salt Lake City, UT buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· · · | 1:35 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 56h40 | 8:15 PM Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 2:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 56h00 | 8:15 PM Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 3:10 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 55h05 | 8:15 PM Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 54h45 | 8:15 PM Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 4:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 60h50 | 3:20 AM Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub | 4 transfers | |
+ FlixBus+ · | 5:30 PM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 59h50 | 3:20 AM Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 6:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 58h50 | 3:20 AM Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 7:45 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 57h35 | 3:20 AM Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 8:00 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 57h20 | 3:20 AM Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 10:50 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 54h30 | 3:20 AM Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 11:59 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 53h21 | 3:20 AM Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub | 3 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 2:30 PM New York, NY | 59h25 | 1:55 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM New York, NY | 82h55 | 1:55 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM New York, NY | 57h55 | 1:55 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from New York, NY to Salt Lake City, UT run on average 9 times per day, taking around 58h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $123 (€101) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1967 miles (3167 km) distance in 54h 15m.
Distance 1967 miles (3167 km) |
Average bus duration 58h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $123 (€101) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 54h 15m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Salt Lake City — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salt Lake City trip today.
Major museum with dinosaur fossils, Utah geology, Indigenous histories, and panoramic foothill views. One of the city’s strongest family-friendly cultural attractions.
The University of Utah’s art museum, known for global collections spanning ancient to contemporary works. A rewarding stop for serious art lovers.
Contemporary museum blending art, science, technology, and social issues through interactive exhibitions in downtown Salt Lake City.
Central downtown corridor running past Temple Square, modern plazas, shops, and event spaces. One of the city’s most walkable and active areas.
Short uphill viewpoint hike with one of the classic panoramic looks over downtown, the Great Salt Lake, and surrounding mountains.
Open-air district for walking, public art, fountains, events, and nearby museums. Popular with visitors and increasingly visible on social media.
A classic Utah casserole of hash browns, cheese, sour cream, and crunchy cornflake topping, long associated with community gatherings and local comfort food.
A regional burger style popular in Salt Lake City and across Utah, topped with thin-sliced pastrami for a salty, smoky extra layer.
In Utah, scones are fluffy pieces of fried dough often served with honey butter or powdered sugar, a beloved local diner and cafe treat.
An established neighborhood restaurant offering creative New American cuisine, thoughtful plating, and a more intimate upscale dining experience.
An iconic Salt Lake City restaurant celebrated for its Mexican cuisine, especially complex mole sauces, with a lively, casual atmosphere.
A long-established Emigration Canyon favorite known for hearty breakfasts, burgers, and Utah scones in a historic, laid-back mountain setting.
Moderate for a U.S. city. Hotels can be pricey in peak ski season, while casual dining and transit stay fairly reasonable.
Tip 18-20% at sit-down restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Salt Lake City, UT by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salt Lake City, UT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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