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Next departures from Salt Lake City to Denver on 5 October
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Amtrak
Central Station
Union StationCheapestFastest
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Central Station
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salt Lake City to Denver

Average priceUS$51 - US$89Average duration10h 20m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$61 - US$129Average duration15h 7m
54kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salt Lake City to Denver

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Denver. The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
10h 20mAverage duration
US$51Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Train Salt Lake City to Denver: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$87
Average train trip duration15h 7m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure03:20
Distance371 miles

Salt Lake City to Denver Train

Busbud shows you the best train ticket fares and train schedules so you can plan and book a trip by train easily from Salt Lake City to Denver.

We make sure you can find a train service from Salt Lake City to Denver from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Denver from Salt Lake City, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Salt Lake City - Denver

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Salt Lake City to Denver cost?

    The average train ticket price from Salt Lake City to Denver is US$87. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salt Lake City to Denver 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Salt Lake City to Denver?

    A train trip between Salt Lake City and Denver is around 15h 7m, although the fastest train will take about 15h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 371 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Salt Lake City and Denver?

    The number of trains from Salt Lake City to Denver can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Salt Lake City to Denver by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Salt Lake City to Denver?

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
01/10
US$123
02/10
US$123
Today
US$148
04/10
No data
05/10
US$123
06/10
US$123
07/10
US$123
08/10
US$123
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Denver was searched and found on 1 Oct 2025 with a price of US$123

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 Denver as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$123 to US$941 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Denver based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$123, which is on 2025-10-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Salt Lake City and Denver is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Denver.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Denver you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Salt Lake City and Denver, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Salt Lake City to Denver while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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