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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Salt Lake City (Airport) | Helena | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Salt Lake City (Airport) | Helena | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | 12292 S Lone Peak Pkwy, Draper | Helena | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 12292 S Lone Peak Pkwy, Draper | Helena | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Salt Lake City (Airport) | Helena | No tags |
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Get from Salt Lake City to Helena
The journey takes about 16 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $180, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Salt Lake Express ticket prices on this trip start at $180
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake City to Helena by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Salt Lake City to Helena?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salt Lake City to Helena start from $180. The average price for this route is around $251. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Salt Lake City to Helena?
The average bus travel time from Salt Lake City to Helena is 16h 25m, covering a distance of 649 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 55m and is operated by Salt Lake Express.
Which bus companies service the Salt Lake City to Helena route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Salt Lake City to Helena?
The earliest bus departs from Salt Lake City to Helena at 9:10am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salt Lake City to Helena?
A bus trip from Salt Lake City to Helena generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Helena was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $217To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salt Lake City to Helena, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $217 to $291 for a bus ticket from Salt Lake City to Helena based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $217 which is on 2025-12-03.
