The cheapest and fastest trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY
Cheapest price
$348
Average price
$348
Fastest journey
2 d 10 m
Average duration
2 d 10 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 $348 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $348.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salt Lake City, UT for Louisville, KY on Thu, Dec 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 18 the direct trains cover the 2251 km distance in an average of 2 d 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 d 10 m .
On Thu, Dec 18 the slowest trains will take 2 d 10 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY
Omio recommends booking the train 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 €128. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €128, and a flight costs an average of €141.
Distance: 1398 miles (2251 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€238 Average price | €262 Average price | €163 Average price Cheapest |
41h 37m Average total duration 41h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 7m Average total duration Fastest 8h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 36h 40m Average total duration 36h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Salt Lake City, UT to Louisville, KY by bus, train, or flight
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Why should you book Salt Lake City to Louisville trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Salt Lake City to Louisville. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Salt Lake City to Louisville.
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 41h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $294 (€234) but you can travel from only $161 (€128) 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 10m.
Distance 1398 miles (2251 km) |
Average train duration 41h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $294 (€234) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 48h 10m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 03:20 |
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 $161 (€128). 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
Most popular train connections from Salt Lake City, UT
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