The cheapest and fastest trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA
Cheapest price
$319
Average price
$319
Fastest journey
22 h 5 m
Average duration
22 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
816 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA will cost around $319 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $319.
It's difficult to get from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA without transferring at least once.


Live departures
Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:40 PM Salt Lake City, UT | 22h05 | 9:45 PM Fresno, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA
Trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $324 (€260) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 23:40, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 507 miles (816 km) distance in 22h 5m.
Distance 507 miles (816 km) |
Average train duration 20h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $324 (€260) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 22h 5m |
First train 23:40 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salt Lake City, UT and Fresno, CA from $324 (€260). 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 Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA 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 Fresno, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Shepherd's Inn
- Joe's Steakhouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center
- Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center
- La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite
- 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 trains
- Bus: Fresno Area Express (FAX) routes 22, 26, 28, 34, 38
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