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Compare bus, train, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to South Salt Lake, UT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to South Salt Lake, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from kr1537. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr1537, and a flight costs an average of kr2868.
Distance: 577 miles (929 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr1644 Average price Cheapest | kr1920 Average price | kr3052 Average price | kr914 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
30h 59m Average total duration 30h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 45m Average total duration 22h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to South Salt Lake, UT:
A train is kr275 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to South Salt Lake, UT costing on average kr1920.
A train is kr1407 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to South Salt Lake, UT costing on average kr3052.
Other travel options to South Salt Lake, UT take longer:
Bus takes on average 22h 15m.
Train takes on average 30h 29m.
Tickets start at around kr1644 compared to roughly kr914 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr-730.16. The journey takes 30h 29m versus 9h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Los Angeles, CA to South Salt Lake, UT by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to South Salt Lake, UT
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to South Salt Lake, UT run on average 2 times per day, taking around 30h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr1537 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 577 miles (929 km) distance in 30h 29m.
Distance 577 miles (929 km) |
Average train duration 30h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price kr1537 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 30h 29m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Trains from Los Angeles, CA to South Salt Lake, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to South Salt Lake, 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 South Salt Lake, UT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to South Salt Lake, UT
Most Los Angeles, CA to South Salt Lake, UT trains use the Union Station to Salt Lake Central Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and South Salt Lake, UT train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Los Angeles, CA station do trains to South Salt Lake, UT leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Los Angeles city centre
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Traxx Restaurant, Union Station Cafe, Philippe The Original
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown, Miyako Hotel Los Angeles, Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza.
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