The cheapest and fastest trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA
Cheapest price
$210
Average price
$210
Fastest journey
23 h 8 m
Average duration
23 h 8 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 $210 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $210.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salt Lake City, UT for Fresno, CA on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 816 km distance in an average of 23 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 h 8 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 23 h 8 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.
6:40 AM23h08Salt Lake City, UT5:48 AMFresno, CA$2101One-way0 transfers
6:40 AM23h08Salt Lake City, UT5:48 AMFresno, CA$2101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $145. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $145, and a flight costs an average of $254.
Distance: 507 miles (816 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$201 Average price | $322 Average price | $192 Average price Cheapest |
21h 8m Average total duration 20h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration Fastest 5h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 25m Average total duration 17h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA costing on average $201 (€160).
A bus is $130 (€103) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salt Lake City, UT to Fresno, CA costing on average $322 (€257).
Other travel options to Fresno, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 55m.
Train takes on average 20h 38m.
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 tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:40 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 23h08 | 5:48 AM Fresno, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $182 (€145) but you can travel from only $145 (€116) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 23:40, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 507 miles (816 km) distance in 22h 56m.
Distance 507 miles (816 km) |
Average train duration 20h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $182 (€145) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 22h 56m |
First train 11:40 PM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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 $145 (€116). 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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