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Compare bus, train, and flight for Salt Lake City, UT to Martinez, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salt Lake City, UT to Martinez, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $91. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $91, and a train costs an average of $77.
Distance: 578 miles (931 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$359 Average price | $172 Average price Cheapest | $289 Average price | $144 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 58m Average total duration 17h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 50m Average total duration 15h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 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 Martinez, CA:
A bus is $117 (€96) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salt Lake City, UT to Martinez, CA costing on average $289 (€236).
A bus is $187 (€153) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salt Lake City, UT to Martinez, CA costing on average $359 (€294).
Other travel options to Martinez, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 20m.
Train takes on average 17h 28m.
Tickets start at around $359 (€294) compared to roughly $144 (€118) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-214.86 (€-175.85). The journey takes 17h 28m versus 10h 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.
Compare prices and tickets Salt Lake City, UT to Martinez, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salt Lake City, UT to Martinez, CA
Trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Martinez, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€63) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:58, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 578 miles (931 km) distance in 17h 33m.
Distance 578 miles (931 km) |
Average train duration 17h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€63) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 17h 33m |
First train 7:58 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salt Lake City, UT to Martinez, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salt Lake City, UT and Martinez, CA from $77 (€63). 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 Martinez, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salt Lake City, UT to Martinez, 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 Martinez, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salt Lake City, UT to Martinez, 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 available with carpool and vanpool lots
- Barrelista Coffee House
- Lemongrass Bistro
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- $0.50
- Quality Inn
- Best Western John Muir Inn
- Muir Lodge Motel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, waiting area, ticket office, and platforms
- Bus: Local bus services available
- Shuttle: Shuttle to the Martinez waterfront and downtown
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