Train from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Salt Lake City on 14 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Central StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Central StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Central StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Central StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Central StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Salt Lake City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salt Lake City. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
2d 8hAverage duration
3096 kmDistance
77kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 3 116 - R 13 996Average duration2d 8h
77kg CO₂e
Average priceR 6 914 - R 50 310Average duration2d 12h
281kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Salt Lake City?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Salt Lake City start from R 6 914. The average price for this train route is around R 12 159. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Salt Lake City?

    The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Salt Lake City is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 3091 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 12h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Salt Lake City route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Salt Lake City?

    The earliest train from Philadelphia to Salt Lake City departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 13:08.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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12/12
R 7 006
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R 8 649
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19/12
R 6 712
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 6 712

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 6 712 to R 41 203 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 712, which is on 2025-12-19.

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