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

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia start from $285. The average price for this train route is around $361. 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 Philadelphia?

The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1916 miles (3091 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

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

Train Salt Lake City to Philadelphia from $314 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Philadelphia on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:20am	Central Station	2d 9h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:20am	Central Station	2d 9h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	2d 9h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	2d 11h	4:32pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	2d 11h	4:32pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Philadelphia on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	2d 15h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	2d 9h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	2d 15h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	3:20am	Central Station	2d 12h	5:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	2d 9h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Philadelphia on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:20am	Central Station	2d 9h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:20am	Central Station	2d 9h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	3:20am	Central Station	2d 9h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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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 $148, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2d 5hAverage Duration

1918 milesDistance

77kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$148 - $492	Average Duration2d 5h	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$285 - $2,205	Average Duration2d 12h	CO₂ emissions 281kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5751 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 $285

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.

How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia start from $285. The average price for this train route is around $361. 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 Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1916 miles (3091 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia 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

01/25

$385

01/26

$471

Today

$349

01/28

No data

01/29

$535

01/30

$445

01/31

$314

02/01

$349

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $314

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 $314 to $1,378 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 $314 which is on 2026-01-31.