The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$805
Average price
$812
Fastest journey
19 h 30 m
Average duration
20 h 11 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
943 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $812 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $805.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT without transferring at least once.
4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr
524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr
524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr
524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr
524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr
4785 AMTRAK · 6 California ZephyrTravel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €75, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 585 miles (943 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€118 Average price Cheapest | €258 Average price | €127 Average price |
19h 0m Average total duration 18h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration Fastest 7h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 25m Average total duration 26h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr | 12:30 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 21h25 | 9:55 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 1 transfer | |
524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr | 2:18 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 19h37 | 9:55 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 1 transfer | |
524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr | 2:25 PM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA | 19h30 | 9:55 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
Trains from San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT run on average 2 times per day, taking around 18h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€75) but you can travel from only $75 (€60) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 585 miles (943 km) distance in 21h 25m.
Distance 585 miles (943 km) |
Average train duration 18h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€75) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 21h 25m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Salt Lake City, UT from $75 (€60). 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 San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with multiple lots surrounding the station.
- The Farmers Union
- Poor House Bistro
- La Victoria Taqueria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel De Anza
- The Westin San Jose
- AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms for Caltrain, Amtrak, and ACE services, and connections to VTA buses and light rail.
- Bus: VTA Bus Lines 22, 64A, 64B, 68, 168, 181
- Light Rail: VTA Green Line
- Caltrain
- Amtrak
- ACE
- 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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