The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$346
Average price
$435
Fastest journey
2 d 12 h 33 m
Average duration
2 d 14 h 47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
3090 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $435 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $346.
Of the 2 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Salt Lake City, UT on Fri, Nov 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct trains cover the 3090 km distance in an average of 2 d 14 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 d 12 h 33 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 the slowest trains will take 2 d 17 h 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 bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €134. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 9h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €134, and a train costs an average of €279.
Distance: 1920 miles (3090 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€599 Average price | €258 Average price Cheapest | €302 Average price |
54h 42m Average total duration 54h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59h 10m Average total duration 58h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 50m Average total duration Fastest 9h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:15 PM Philadelphia, PA | 65h00 | 5:15 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:42 PM Philadelphia, PA | 60h33 | 5:15 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT run on average 5 times per day, taking around 54h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $342 (€279) but you can travel from only $138 (€112) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 13:08. The fastest train covers the 1920 miles (3090 km) distance in 60h 33m.
Distance 1920 miles (3090 km) |
Average train duration 54h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $342 (€279) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 60h 33m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 13:08 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Salt Lake City, UT from $138 (€112). 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 Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines 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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