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

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles start from £197. The average price for this train route is around £285. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 578 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 03:20. And the latest train departs at 03:20.

Train Salt Lake City to Los Angeles from £129 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:49	Central Station	1d 3h	02:15	Union Station	CheapestFastest
		23:49	Central Station	1d 3h	02:15	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on 4 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:49	Central Station	1d 3h	02:15	Union Station	CheapestFastest
03:20	Central Station	3d 5h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	3d 5h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
23:49	Central Station	1d 3h	02:15	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on 5 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:49	Central Station	1d 3h	02:15	Union Station	CheapestFastest
03:20	Central Station	3d 5h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	3d 5h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
23:49	Central Station	1d 3h	02:15	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on 6 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:49	Central Station	1d 3h	02:15	Union Station	CheapestFastest
03:20	Central Station	3d 5h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	3d 5h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
23:49	Central Station	1d 3h	02:15	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on 7 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:49	Central Station	1d 3h	02:25	Union Station	CheapestFastest
03:20	Central Station	3d 5h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	3d 5h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
23:49	Central Station	1d 3h	02:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on 9 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:49	Central Station	1d 3h	02:25	Union Station	CheapestFastest
03:20	Central Station	3d 5h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
03:20	Central Station	3d 5h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
23:49	Central Station	1d 3h	02:25	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 06:56 MST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

578 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£82 - £276	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£197 - £2,091	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

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5621 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £109

US train 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles start from £197. The average price for this train route is around £285. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
The average train journey time from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 578 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 03:20. And the latest train departs at 03:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/12

£196

02/12

£172

Today

£172

04/12

£152

05/12

£152

06/12

£152

07/12

£152

08/12

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The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £152

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 £152 to £2,361 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 £152, which is on 2025-12-04.