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

The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to Salt Lake City is $725. The best way to find train tickets from Philadelphia to Salt Lake City 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!

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

A train trip between Philadelphia and Salt Lake City is around 2d 12h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 12h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1919 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and Salt Lake City?

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

Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to Salt Lake City?

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

Train Philadelphia to Salt Lake City from $388 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Philadelphia to Salt Lake City on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:18pm	30th Street Station	2d 12h	11:15pm	Central Station	No tags
Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	2d 12h	11:15pm	Central Station	No tags
Train	9:46am	30th Street Station	2d 15h	11:15pm	Central Station	No tags
Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	2d 12h	11:15pm	Central Station	No tags
Train	1:07pm	30th Street Station	2d 12h	11:15pm	Central Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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 2 days, 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

2d 8hAverage Duration

1925 milesDistance

78kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$159 - $810	Average Duration2d 8h	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$344 - $3,179	Average Duration2d 12h	CO₂ emissions 281kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,620 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5620 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 $344

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City by train

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $535

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

You can expect to pay from $535 to $1,943 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Salt Lake City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $535 which is on 2025-12-05.