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

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Truckee start from $66. The average price for this train route is around $136. 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 Truckee?

The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Truckee is 11h 53m, covering a distance of 448 miles (723 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 53m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Truckee 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 Truckee?

The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Truckee at 11:40pm. And the latest train departs at 11:49pm.

Train Salt Lake City to Truckee from $109 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Truckee on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	11h 53m	10:42am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	11h 53m	10:42am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Truckee on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	11h 53m	10:42am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	11h 53m	10:42am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Truckee on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	11h 53m	10:42am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	11h 53m	10:42am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Truckee on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	11h 53m	10:42am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	11h 53m	10:42am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 6:17 PM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City to Truckee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Truckee. The journey takes about 16 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

16h 25mAverage Duration

448 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$81 - $101	Average Duration16h 25m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$66 - $198	Average Duration11h 53m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,642 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5642 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 $66

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 Truckee 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 Truckee?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Truckee start from $66. The average price for this train route is around $136. 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 Truckee?
The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Truckee is 11h 53m, covering a distance of 448 miles (723 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Truckee 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 Truckee?
The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Truckee at 11:40pm. And the latest train departs at 11:49pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

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12/12

$109

Today

$109

12/14

$109

12/15

$109

12/16

$109

12/17

$130

12/18

$130

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Truckee was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $109

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 Truckee, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $109 to $405 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Truckee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $109 which is on 2025-12-14.