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

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Omaha start from $135. The average price for this train route is around $199. 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 Omaha?

The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Omaha is 1d , covering a distance of 831 miles (1341 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Omaha 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 Omaha?

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

Train Salt Lake City to Omaha from $158 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Omaha 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	1d	4:54am	Omaha Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d	4:54am	Omaha Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Omaha 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	1d	4:54am	Omaha Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d	4:54am	Omaha Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Omaha on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:20am	Central Station	1d	7:54am	Omaha Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:20am	Central Station	1d	7:54am	Omaha Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:37 PM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City to Omaha

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Omaha. The journey takes about 21 hours and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

21hAverage Duration

831 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$124 - $198	Average Duration21h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$135 - $1,081	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 122kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,631 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5631 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 $135

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 Omaha, 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 Omaha?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Omaha start from $135. The average price for this train route is around $199. 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 Omaha?
The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Omaha is 1d , covering a distance of 831 miles (1341 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Omaha 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 Omaha?
The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Omaha 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

12/06

$191

12/07

$230

Today

$191

12/09

$191

12/10

$158

12/11

No data

12/12

No data

12/13

$158

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Omaha, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $158

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 Omaha, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $158 to $539 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Omaha, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $158 which is on 2025-12-10.