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

The cheapest train tickets from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City start from $265. The average price for this train route is around $457. 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 Albuquerque to Salt Lake City?

The average train ride duration from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 485 miles (782 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 11h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train departs from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City at 11:32am. And the latest train departs at 11:32am.

Train Albuquerque to Salt Lake City from $306 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Albuquerque to Salt Lake City on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	11:24pm	Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	11:24pm	Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to Salt Lake City on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	11:24pm	Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	11:24pm	Central Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:39 AM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Salt Lake City. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

21h 10mAverage Duration

485 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$121 - $292	Average Duration21h 10m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$265 - $2,049	Average Duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e

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

Albuquerque, US

A
Amtrak Station
320 1st St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
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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

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5621 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 $265

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albuquerque, US to Salt Lake City 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 Albuquerque to Salt Lake City?
The cheapest train tickets from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City start from $265. The average price for this train route is around $457. 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 Albuquerque to Salt Lake City?
The average train ride duration from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 485 miles (782 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Albuquerque to Salt Lake City 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 Albuquerque to Salt Lake City?
The earliest train departs from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City at 11:32am. And the latest train departs at 11:32am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/01

$414

12/02

$402

Today

$1,636

12/04

$371

12/05

$335

12/06

No data

12/07

No data

12/08

No data

The cheapest trip from Albuquerque, US to Salt Lake City was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $335

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

You can expect to pay from $335 to $1,636 for a train ticket from Albuquerque, US to Salt Lake City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $335 which is on 2025-12-05.