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

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles start from $254. The average price for this train route is around $396. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 578 miles (932 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Los Angeles route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?

The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles at 3:20am. And the latest train departs at 3:20am.

Train Salt Lake City to Los Angeles from $166 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:49pm	Central Station	1d 3h	2:25am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
		11:49pm	Central Station	1d 3h	2:25am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:49pm	Central Station	1d 3h	2:25am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:20am	Central Station	3d 2h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
6:20am	Central Station	3d 2h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
11:49pm	Central Station	1d 3h	2:25am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:49pm	Central Station	1d 3h	2:25am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
3:20am	Central Station	3d 5h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
3:20am	Central Station	3d 5h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
11:49pm	Central Station	1d 3h	2:25am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:49pm	Central Station	1d 3h	2:25am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
3:20am	Central Station	3d 5h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
3:20am	Central Station	3d 5h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags
11:49pm	Central Station	1d 3h	2:25am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:50 PM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

586 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$106 - $357	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$254 - $2,699	Average Duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 85kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salt Lake City and Los Angeles, US?

Salt Lake City

A
Central Station
300 S 600 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $140

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles start from $254. The average price for this train route is around $396. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 578 miles (932 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles at 3:20am. And the latest train departs at 3:20am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$195

12/10

$195

Today

$221

12/12

$195

12/13

$195

12/14

$195

12/15

$173

12/16

$195

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $173

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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $173 to $2,225 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $173 which is on 2025-12-15.