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

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Omaha start from R 2 329. The average price for this train route is around R 3 439. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Salt Lake City to Omaha is 1d , covering a distance of 1341 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Omaha 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 Salt Lake City to Omaha?

The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Omaha departs at 03:20. And the latest train departs at 06:20.

Train Salt Lake City to Omaha from R 2 732 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Omaha on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	06:20	Central Station	1d	07:54	Omaha Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:20	Central Station	1d	07:54	Omaha Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:57 PM MST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Salt Lake City to Omaha

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Omaha. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

21h 10mAverage duration

1340 kmDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 129 - R 3 097	Average duration21h 10m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 329 - R 18 682	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 122kg CO₂e

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 2 329

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake City to Omaha, US 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 Salt Lake City to Omaha?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Omaha start from R 2 329. The average price for this train route is around R 3 439. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salt Lake City to Omaha?
The average train journey time from Salt Lake City to Omaha is 1d , covering a distance of 1341 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Omaha 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 Salt Lake City to Omaha?
The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Omaha departs at 03:20. And the latest train departs at 06:20.

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The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Omaha, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 732

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 732 to R 8 384 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Omaha, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 732, which is on 2025-12-13.