Train from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Salt Lake City to Philadelphia on January 29
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30th Street StationCheapestFastest
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Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $207, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
2d 5hAverage Duration
3094 kmDistance
77kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$207 - $691Average Duration2d 5h
77kg CO₂e
Average Price$401 - $3,102Average Duration2d 12h
281kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia start at $401. The average price for this train route is around $507. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia?

    The average train trip from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia takes 2d 12h and covers 3091 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to Philadelphia route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia?

    The earliest train from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia departs at 3:20am. 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
01-25
$542
01-26
$663
Today
$491
01-28
No data
01-29
$753
01-30
$626
01-31
$442
02-01
$491
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $442

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $442 to $1,939 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $442 which is on 2026-01-31.

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