The cheapest and fastest trains from Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
6 h 32 m
Average duration
6 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grand Junction, CO 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 Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 1 trains that leave Grand Junction, CO for Salt Lake City, UT on Sat, Jan 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 6 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 32 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest trains will take 6 h 32 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.
5 California Zephyr
5 California ZephyrTravel Information
Compare train and flight for Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €284.
Distance: 212 miles (342 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€53 Average price Cheapest | €284 Average price |
7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT train times
The table below shows live departures for Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT trains for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5 California Zephyr | 11:43 PM Grand Junction station, Grand Junction, CO | 6h32 | 6:15 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT start from as low as $28 (€22) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $67 (€53) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 1 daily trains from Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 6h 32m but the average duration is 6h 40m
Train Operators
- Travel from Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT with Amtrak
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Amtrak.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Grand Junction station, Grand Junction, CO and arrive in Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT
- First train typically departs at 03:20 AM and the last at 04:52 PM
Distance 212 miles (342 km) |
Average train duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€22) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 32m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 16:52 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Grand Junction, CO and Salt Lake City, UT from $28 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Grand Junction, CO to Salt Lake City, UT
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several parking lots in the vicinity.
- Cafe Sol
- Bin 707 Foodbar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hampton Inn Grand Junction Downtown/Historic Main Street
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Grand Junction Downtown/Historic Main Street
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott Grand Junction Downtown/Historic Main Street
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single platform for Amtrak services and a waiting area for passengers.
- Bus: Grand Valley Transit routes available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- The Gateway
- Red Iguana
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hyatt House Salt Lake City/Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown
- Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Amtrak and FrontRunner trains
- Hall 2: TRAX light rail connections
- Light Rail: TRAX Blue Line, TRAX Green Line
- Bus: Several UTA bus lines available
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