The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$618
Average price
$679
Fastest journey
2 d 12 h 8 m
Average duration
2 d 13 h 58 m
Trains per day
5
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 $679 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $618.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT without transferring at least once.
51 Cardinal · 5 California Zephyr8:15 AM65h0030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:15 PMSalt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT$6181One-way1 transfer
141 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 5 California Zephyr9:50 AM63h2530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:15 PMSalt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT$6781One-way2 transfers
84 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 5 California Zephyr1:07 PM60h0830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:15 PMSalt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT$6801One-way2 transfers
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 5 California Zephyr12:32 PM60h4330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:15 PMSalt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT$6961One-way2 transfers
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 5 California Zephyr12:41 PM60h3430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:15 PMSalt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT$7231One-way2 transfers
84 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 5 California Zephyr1:07 PM60h0830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:15 PMSalt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT$6801One-way2 transfers
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian · 5 California Zephyr12:41 PM60h3430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:15 PMSalt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT$7231One-way2 transfers
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 5 California Zephyr12:32 PM60h4330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:15 PMSalt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT$6961One-way2 transfers
141 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 5 California Zephyr9:50 AM63h2530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:15 PMSalt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT$6781One-way2 transfers
51 Cardinal · 5 California Zephyr8:15 AM65h0030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:15 PMSalt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT$6181One-way1 transfer
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 $171. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 10h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $171, and a train costs an average of $234.
Distance: 1920 miles (3090 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$731 Average price | $392 Average price Cheapest | $426 Average price | $568 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
54h 19m Average total duration 53h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51h 12m Average total duration 50h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 53m Average total duration Fastest 10h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT costing on average $426 (€343).
A bus is $340 (€274) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City, UT costing on average $731 (€590).
Other travel options to Salt Lake City, UT take longer:
Bus takes on average 50h 42m.
Train takes on average 53h 49m.
Tickets start at around $731 (€590) compared to roughly $568 (€458) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-163.24 (€-131.64). The journey takes 53h 49m versus 31h 32m 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.
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 today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:50 PM Philadelphia, PA | 63h25 | 5:15 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:27 PM Philadelphia, PA | 61h48 | 6:15 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:41 PM Philadelphia, PA | 60h34 | 5:15 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:42 PM Philadelphia, PA | 60h33 | 6:15 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 53h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $234 (€189) but you can travel from only $171 (€138) by bus.
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 53h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $234 (€189) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 60h 33m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 1:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 4 days |
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 $171 (€138). 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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