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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$247
Average price
$253
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 24 m
Average duration
1 d 13 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
2024 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Salt Lake Central Station, 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 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $253 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $247.
Of the 2 trains that leave Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL for Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT on Tue, Dec 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 2024 km distance in an average of 1 d 13 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 10 h 24 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 1 d 15 h 44 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €193. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €193, and a train costs an average of €198.
Distance: 1257 miles (2024 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€440 Average price | €273 Average price | €217 Average price Cheapest |
34h 39m Average total duration 34h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 36h 58m Average total duration 36h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 5 California Zephyr | 8:00 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 34h24 | 6:24 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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| 381 Carl Sandburg · 5 California Zephyr | 2:40 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 39h44 | 6:24 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT
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Trains from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT run on average 2 times per day, taking around 34h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $248 (€198) but you can travel from only $113 (€90) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:40, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 1257 miles (2024 km) distance in 34h 15m.
Distance 1257 miles (2024 km) |
Average train duration 34h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $248 (€198) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 34h 15m |
First train 12:40 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL and Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT from $113 (€90). 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 Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Salt Lake Central Station, 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 Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
LockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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