The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg, PA to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$440
Average price
$440
Fastest journey
2 d 10 h 39 m
Average duration
2 d 10 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
2940 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg, PA 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 Harrisburg, PA to Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $440 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $440.
Of the 1 trains that leave Harrisburg, PA for Salt Lake City, UT on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 2940 km distance in an average of 2 d 10 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 d 10 h 39 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 2 d 10 h 39 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Harrisburg, PA to Salt Lake City, UT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Salt Lake City, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €321. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €321, and a flight costs an average of €372.
Distance: 1826 miles (2940 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€353 Average price | €321 Average price Cheapest | €372 Average price |
59h 9m Average total duration 58h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 82h 0m Average total duration 81h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 21m Average total duration Fastest 7h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to Salt Lake City, UT train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Salt Lake City, UT trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:36 PM Harrisburg, PA | 56h39 | 11:15 PM Salt Lake City, UT | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Salt Lake City, UT
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Salt Lake City, UT run on average 1 times per day, taking around 58h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $440 (€353) but you can travel from only $401 (€321) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 03:20. The fastest train covers the 1826 miles (2940 km) distance in 58h 39m.
Distance 1826 miles (2940 km) |
Average train duration 58h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $440 (€353) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 58h 39m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 03:20 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg, PA to Salt Lake City, UT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Salt Lake City, UT from $401 (€321). 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 Harrisburg, PA to Salt Lake City, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA 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 Harrisburg, PA to Salt Lake City, UT
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Millworks
- Bricco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hilton Harrisburg
- Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey
- Radisson Hotel Harrisburg
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 3: bus connections and car rental services
- Bus: CAT (Capital Area Transit) services available
- Greyhound and other intercity bus services
- 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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