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Next departures from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia on 5 November
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Amtrak
    Central Station
    30th Street StationCheapest
    Amtrak
      Central Station
      30th Street StationFastest
      Amtrak
        Central Station
        30th Street StationNo tags
        Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
          Central Station
          30th Street StationNo tags
          Amtrak
            Central Station
            30th Street StationNo tags

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            Compare 2 ways to travel from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia

            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 2 days, 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 213, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            6bus per day
            2d 10hAverage duration
            3104 kmDistance
            78kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceR 3 213 - R 10 316Average duration2d 10h
            78kg CO₂e
            Average priceR 6 443 - R 34 584Average duration2d 12h
            281kg CO₂e

            Train Salt Lake City to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

            Please note, this information is subject to change.

            Average ticket priceR 10 538
            Average train trip duration2d 12h
            Number of daily trains4
            Earliest train departure03:20
            Distance3090 km

            Salt Lake City to Philadelphia Train

            Busbud shows you the best train ticket fares and train schedules so you can plan and book a trip by train easily from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia.

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Salt Lake City - Philadelphia, PA

            1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia cost?

              The average train ticket price from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia is R 10 538. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

              A train trip between Salt Lake City and Philadelphia is around 2d 12h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3094 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily train are there between Salt Lake City and Philadelphia?

              The number of trains from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which train companies travel from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia?

              When taking the train from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

            Find cheapest prices for trains

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

            Best price found
            02/11
            R 6 924
            03/11
            R 6 924
            Today
            R 6 924
            05/11
            R 7 895
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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 02 Nov 2025 with a price of R 6 924

            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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from R 6 924 to R 42 870 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 7 895, which is on 2025-11-05.

            About Train Travel

            Train Travel Tips

            Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Salt Lake City and Philadelphia is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Philadelphia.

            Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Philadelphia you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

            With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Salt Lake City and Philadelphia, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

            Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

            Did you know?

            Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

            Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

            The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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