The cheapest and fastest trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY
Cheapest price
$521
Average price
$521
Fastest journey
2 d 1 h 35 m
Average duration
2 d 1 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
2251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY will cost around $521 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $521.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salt Lake City, UT for Louisville, KY on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 2251 km distance in an average of 2 d 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 d 1 h 35 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 2 d 1 h 35 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.
9:20 AM49h35Salt Lake City, UT10:55 AMLouisville, KY$5211One-way0 transfers
9:20 AM49h35Salt Lake City, UT10:55 AMLouisville, KY$5211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $313. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $313, and a flight costs an average of $538.
Distance: 1398 miles (2251 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$452 Average price | $404 Average price Cheapest | $576 Average price | $320 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
41h 19m Average total duration 40h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33h 35m Average total duration 33h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration Fastest 6h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY costing on average $452 (€369).
A bus is $172 (€140) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY costing on average $576 (€470).
Other travel options to Louisville, KY take longer:
Bus takes on average 33h 5m.
Train takes on average 40h 49m.
Tickets start at around $452 (€369) compared to roughly $320 (€261) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-131.78 (€-107.65). The journey takes 40h 49m versus 23h 7m 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
Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY train times
The table below shows live departures for Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:20 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 48h15 | 9:35 AM Louisville, KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY
Trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY run on average 1 times per day, taking around 40h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $327 (€267) but you can travel from only $313 (€256) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 03:20. The fastest train covers the 1398 miles (2251 km) distance in 48h 15m.
Distance 1398 miles (2251 km) |
Average train duration 40h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $327 (€267) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 48h 15m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 3:20 AM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salt Lake City, UT and Louisville, KY from $313 (€256). 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 Louisville, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY
- 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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