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 at $365. The average price for this train route is around $527. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train trip from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles takes 3d 5h and covers 932 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

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

Train Salt Lake City to Los Angeles from $239 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on December 2
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	2:15am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
		11:49pm	Central Station	1d 3h	2:15am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:49pm	Central Station	1d 3h	2:15am	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	2:15am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:49pm	Central Station	1d 3h	2:15am	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	2:15am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:49pm	Central Station	1d 3h	2:15am	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	2:15am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on December 7
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 9
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 6:56 AM 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 a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

932 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$152 - $512	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$365 - $3,876	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

4/55,620 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5620 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $201

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 at $365. The average price for this train route is around $527. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
The average train trip from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles takes 3d 5h and covers 932 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles departs at 3:20am. 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

11-30

$362

12-01

$362

Today

$318

12-03

$318

12-04

$281

12-05

$281

12-06

$249

12-07

$281

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $249

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 $249 to $4,376 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 $249 which is on 2025-12-06.