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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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 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Central Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Central Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Central Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Central Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Salt Lake City
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Salt Lake City. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just £83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Chicago and Salt Lake City?
Chicago
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Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5641 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £83
Amtrak Chicago Salt Lake City recent customer reviews
Good but with wifi is better
Mario B.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Salt Lake City by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Chicago to Salt Lake City?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Salt Lake City start from £83. The average price for this train route is around £132. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Salt Lake City?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Salt Lake City is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1255 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Salt Lake City route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Salt Lake City?
The earliest train from Chicago to Salt Lake City departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 14:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Salt Lake City was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £168To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Salt Lake City as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £168 to £680 for a train ticket from Chicago to Salt Lake City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £168, which is on 2025-12-14.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Salt Lake City?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Chicago and Salt Lake City is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £132 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £83. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Salt Lake City, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Salt Lake City in about 1d 15h – that's the fastest way to get there!
