The cheapest and fastest buses from Orem, UT to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Orem, UT 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 Orem, UT to Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 2 buses that leave Orem, UT for Salt Lake City, UT on Wed, May 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 54 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 50 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.
8:25 AM0h50Orem, UT9:15 AMSalt Lake City, UT$71One-way0 transfers
8:10 AM0h50Orem, UT9:00 AMSalt Lake City, UT$71One-way0 transfers
8:10 AM0h50Orem, UT9:00 AMSalt Lake City, UT$71One-way0 transfers
8:25 AM0h50Orem, UT9:15 AMSalt Lake City, UT$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Orem, UT to Salt Lake City, UT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Orem, UT to Salt Lake City, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Orem, UT to Salt Lake City, UT:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Orem, UT to Salt Lake City, UT costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Salt Lake City, UT take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 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.
Orem, UT to Salt Lake City, UT Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Live departures
Orem, UT to Salt Lake City, UT bus times
The table below shows live departures for Orem, UT to Salt Lake City, UT buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:10 AM Orem, UT | 0h50 | 9:00 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Orem, UT | 0h50 | 9:15 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Orem, UT to Salt Lake City, UT
Buses from Orem, UT to Salt Lake City, UT run on average 2 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 06:30. The fastest bus covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average bus duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 6:30 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
FAQs: Bus from Orem, UT to Salt Lake City, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orem, UT 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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