The cheapest and fastest trains from Salem, OR to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$335
Average price
$335
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 16 m
Average duration
1 d 10 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1019 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salem, OR 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 Salem, OR to Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $335 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $335.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salem, OR for Salt Lake City, UT on Fri, Feb 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct trains cover the 1019 km distance in an average of 1 d 10 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 10 h 16 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest trains will take 1 d 10 h 16 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.


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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salem, OR to Salt Lake City, UT
Trains from Salem, OR to Salt Lake City, UT run on average 2 times per day, taking around 34h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $173 (€138) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 09:57, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 633 miles (1019 km) distance in 34h 16m.
Distance 633 miles (1019 km) |
Average train duration 34h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $173 (€138) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 34h 16m |
First train 09:57 |
Last train 23:40 |
FAQs: Trains from Salem, OR to Salt Lake City, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salem, OR 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 Salem, OR to Salt Lake City, UT
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with a daily fee.
- Gamberetti's Italian Restaurant
- Word of Mouth Neighborhood Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- The Grand Hotel in Salem
- Phoenix Inn Suites Salem
- Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salem
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: Cherriots local bus services
- Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach
- 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
Most popular train connections from Salem, OR
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