The cheapest and fastest trains from Salt Lake City, UT to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$409
Average price
$462
Fastest journey
2 d 11 h 30 m
Average duration
2 d 15 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
3167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salt Lake City, UT to New York, NY 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 New York, NY will cost around $462 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $409.
It's difficult to get from Salt Lake City, UT to New York, NY without transferring at least once.
6 California Zephyr · 48 Lake Shore Limited
6 California Zephyr · 50 Cardinal
6 California Zephyr · 50 Cardinal · 66 Northeast Regional
6 California Zephyr · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian
6 California Zephyr · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian · 94 Northeast Regional
6 California Zephyr · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian
6 California Zephyr · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian · 94 Northeast Regional
6 California Zephyr · 48 Lake Shore Limited
6 California Zephyr · 50 Cardinal
6 California Zephyr · 50 Cardinal · 66 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Salt Lake City, UT to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salt Lake City, UT to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €70, and a train costs an average of €193.
Distance: 1967 miles (3167 km)
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€401 Average price | €148 Average price Cheapest | €198 Average price |
54h 47m Average total duration 54h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 49h 6m Average total duration 48h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salt Lake City, UT to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Salt Lake City, UT to New York, NY trains for tomorrow, Monday, January 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6 California Zephyr · 50 Cardinal | 10:20 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 65h03 | 3:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
6 California Zephyr · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian | 10:20 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 59h30 | 9:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
6 California Zephyr · 48 Lake Shore Limited | 10:20 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 61h22 | 11:42 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
6 California Zephyr · 50 Cardinal · 66 Northeast Regional | 10:20 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 71h51 | 10:11 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
6 California Zephyr · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian · 94 Northeast Regional | 10:20 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 60h04 | 10:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salt Lake City, UT to New York, NY
Trains from Salt Lake City, UT to New York, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 54h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $240 (€193) but you can travel from only $87 (€70) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 15:49. The fastest train covers the 1967 miles (3167 km) distance in 59h 29m.
Distance 1967 miles (3167 km) |
Average train duration 54h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $240 (€193) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 59h 29m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 15:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salt Lake City, UT to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salt Lake City, UT and New York, NY from $87 (€70). 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 New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salt Lake City, UT to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salt Lake City, UT to New York, NY
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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