The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$150
Average price
$150
Fastest journey
21 h 25 m
Average duration
21 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
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 $150 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $150.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Salt Lake City, UT on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 943 km distance in an average of 21 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 h 25 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 21 h 25 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 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 bus with prices starting from $131. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $131, and a flight costs an average of $152.
Distance: 585 miles (943 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$412 Average price | $189 Average price Cheapest | $413 Average price |
19h 8m Average total duration 18h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29h 14m Average total duration 28h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 50m Average total duration Fastest 5h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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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 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $91 (€74) if you book in advance.
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 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€74) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 21h 25m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest month Sep |
Cheapest day Thu |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Fri |
Least busy day Fri |
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 $91 (€74). 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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