How much is the train ticket from Reno to Salt Lake City?

The cheapest train tickets from Reno to Salt Lake City start from R 630. The average price for this train route is around R 1 220. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Reno to Salt Lake City?

The average train journey time from Reno to Salt Lake City is 10h 18m, covering a distance of 686 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 18m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Reno to Salt Lake City route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Reno to Salt Lake City departs at 15:37. And the latest train departs at 17:37.

Train Reno to Salt Lake City from R 588 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Reno to Salt Lake City on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	17:37	Reno Station	10h 18m	04:55	Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:37	Reno Station	10h 18m	04:55	Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Reno to Salt Lake City on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:37	Reno Station	10h 18m	02:55	Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:37	Reno Station	10h 18m	02:55	Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Reno to Salt Lake City on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:37	Reno Station	10h 18m	02:55	Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:37	Reno Station	10h 18m	02:55	Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Reno to Salt Lake City on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:37	Reno Station	10h 18m	02:55	Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:37	Reno Station	10h 18m	02:55	Central Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:13 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Reno to Salt Lake City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Salt Lake City. The journey takes about 10 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just R 630, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

10h 18mAverage duration

686 kmDistance

62kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 919 - R 1 732	Average duration9h 50m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 630 - R 3 457	Average duration10h 18m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Reno and Salt Lake City?

Reno

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Reno Station
101169 E Commercial Row, Reno, NV 89501, USA
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Salt Lake City

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Central Station
300 S 600 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 R 630

Amtrak Reno Salt Lake City recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the train ride and the staff was very helpful! Definitely plan on using for my travel in the future!

Joy P.

3 October 2022

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reno 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.

How much is the train ticket from Reno to Salt Lake City?
The cheapest train tickets from Reno to Salt Lake City start from R 630. The average price for this train route is around R 1 220. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Reno to Salt Lake City?
The average train journey time from Reno to Salt Lake City is 10h 18m, covering a distance of 686 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Reno to Salt Lake City route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Reno to Salt Lake City?
The earliest train from Reno to Salt Lake City departs at 15:37. And the latest train departs at 17:37.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 1 159

10/12

R 1 522

Today

R 1 159

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R 1 159

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R 1 522

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R 1 159

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16/12

R 1 159

The cheapest trip from Reno to Salt Lake City was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 159

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 159 to R 5 204 for a train ticket from Reno to Salt Lake City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 159, which is on 2025-12-12.