How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Denver?

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Denver start from $61. The average price for this train route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Denver is 15h 7m, covering a distance of 370 miles (597 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Denver route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salt Lake City to Denver?

The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Denver at 3:20am. And the latest train departs at 3:20am.

Train Salt Lake City to Denver from $82 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Denver on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Denver on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Denver on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Denver on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Denver on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Denver on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Denver on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	15h 7m	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:47 AM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City to Denver

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Denver. The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

10h 20mAverage Duration

370 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $96	Average Duration10h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$61 - $228	Average Duration15h 7m	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salt Lake City and Denver?

Salt Lake City

A
Central Station
300 S 600 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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Denver

A
Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
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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. 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 $61

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salt Lake City to Denver 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 Denver?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Denver start from $61. The average price for this train route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salt Lake City to Denver?
The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Denver is 15h 7m, covering a distance of 370 miles (597 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Denver route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salt Lake City to Denver?
The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Denver at 3:20am. And 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

12/01

$148

12/02

$123

Today

$123

12/04

$123

12/05

$104

12/06

$123

12/07

$104

12/08

$82

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Denver was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $82

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 $82 to $940 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 $82 which is on 2025-12-08.