The cheapest and fastest trains from Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
156₫
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
156₫
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
19 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
19 h 5 m
Trains on 29 Sept
1
Distance
964 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco, CA will cost around 156₫ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 156₫.
To travel from Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco, CA you need to make at least one change.
5 · 500511:40 PM19h05Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT5:45 PMSan Francisco, CA156 ₫1One-way1 change
5 · 500511:40 PM19h05Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT5:45 PMSan Francisco, CA156 ₫1One-way1 change
Live departures
Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco, CA trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:40 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 18h17 | 11:57 PM San Francisco, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco, CA by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco, CA
Trains from Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 77₫ but you can travel from only 64₫ by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:40, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 964 km distance in 18h 17m.
Distance 964 km |
Average train duration 18h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price 77₫ |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 18h 17m |
First train 2:40 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salt Lake City, UT and San Francisco, CA from 64₫. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco, CA by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Francisco, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salt Lake City, UT and San Francisco, CA
Most Salt Lake City, UT to San Francisco, CA trains use the Salt Lake Central Station to Emeryville Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Salt Lake City, UT and San Francisco, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salt Lake City, UT station do trains to San Francisco, CA leave from?
Getting to Salt Lake Central Station from Salt Lake City city centre
Salt Lake Central Station is 1 km from Salt Lake City city centre. Public transport options include:
Salt Lake Central Station train station facilities and services
Salt Lake Central Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Gateway, Red Iguana
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salt Lake Central Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salt Lake Central Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salt Lake Central Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salt Lake Central Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salt Lake Central Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt House Salt Lake City/Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown, Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown.
