The cheapest and fastest trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Truckee, CA
Cheapest price
$178
Average price
$178
Fastest journey
10 h 53 m
Average duration
10 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
723 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salt Lake City, UT to Truckee, 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 Truckee, CA will cost around $178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $178.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salt Lake City, UT for Truckee, CA on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 723 km distance in an average of 10 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 53 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 10 h 53 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.


Live departures
Salt Lake City, UT to Truckee, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Salt Lake City, UT to Truckee, CA trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:40 PM Salt Lake City, UT | 10h53 | 10:33 AM Truckee, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salt Lake City, UT to Truckee, CA
Distance 449 miles (723 km) |
Average train duration 11h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $181 (€147) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 53m |
First train 14:01 |
Last train 23:40 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Salt Lake City, UT to Truckee, CA start from as low as $181 (€147) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $181 (€147) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Amtrak from Salt Lake City, UT to Truckee, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salt Lake City, UT and Truckee, CA from $181 (€147). 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 Truckee, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salt Lake City, UT to Truckee, 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 Truckee, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salt Lake City, UT to Truckee, 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
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