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

The average train ticket price from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles is R 6 981. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles 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 Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?

A train trip between Salt Lake City and Los Angeles is around 3d 5h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 934 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Salt Lake City and Los Angeles?

The number of trains from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?

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

Train Salt Lake City to Los Angeles from R 2 347 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on 16 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:40	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
23:40	Central Station	1d 3h	02:15	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on 17 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:40	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
23:40	Central Station	1d 3h	02:15	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:15 PM 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, 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 413, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 9hAverage duration

930 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 413 - R 4 501	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 444 - R 47 251	Average duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 85kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 585 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5585 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 R 2 450

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

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

Stops in Salt Lake City

A - Central Station

Stops in Los Angeles, US

A - Ramirez Street bus stop

B - UCLA

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles, US by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles cost?
The average train ticket price from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles is R 6 981. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles 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 Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
A train trip between Salt Lake City and Los Angeles is around 3d 5h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 934 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Salt Lake City and Los Angeles?
The number of trains from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
When taking the train from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles, 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

12/11

R 3 870

13/11

R 3 870

Today

R 3 415

15/11

R 3 870

16/11

R 2 347

17/11

R 3 415

18/11

R 3 030

19/11

R 2 347

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 347

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 R 2 347 to R 33 585 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 R 2 347, which is on 2025-11-16.