The cheapest and fastest trains from Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$175
Average price
$176
Fastest journey
18 h 19 m
Average duration
18 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
951 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakland, CA 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 Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $175.
Of the 2 trains that leave Oakland, CA for Salt Lake City, UT on Mon, Dec 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 29 the direct trains cover the 951 km distance in an average of 18 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 h 19 m .
On Mon, Dec 29 the slowest trains will take 18 h 31 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 Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €63, and a flight costs an average of €72.
Distance: 590 miles (951 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€112 Average price | €175 Average price | €95 Average price Cheapest |
17h 59m Average total duration 17h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration Fastest 6h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 30m Average total duration 16h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
Trains from Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€70) but you can travel from only $80 (€63) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:12, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 590 miles (951 km) distance in 18h 19m.
Distance 590 miles (951 km) |
Average train duration 17h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€70) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 18h 19m |
First train 07:12 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oakland, CA and Salt Lake City, UT from $80 (€63). 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 Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA 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 Oakland, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Yoshi's Oakland
- Scott's Seafood Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Waterfront Hotel
- Z Hotel Jack London Square
- Executive Inn & Suites
- 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 services
- Bus: AC Transit lines 12, 72, 72M
- Ferry: San Francisco Bay Ferry
- 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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