Cheap train tickets from Palm Springs to Salt Lake City

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Palm Springs to Salt Lake City. Travelling by train from Palm Springs to Salt Lake City usually takes 1 day, 11 hours and 40 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 1 day, 11 hours and 35 minutes.

Distance: 543 mi (873 km)
Fastest train: 35h 35m
Lowest price: £150.46
Trains per day: 1
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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Palm Springs to Salt Lake City Train Timetable

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Is it better to travel by coach or train from Palm Springs to Salt Lake City?

There is usually 1 daily coach trip from Palm Springs to Salt Lake City.

	Train	Coach
Avg. Price	Avg. Price£150.46	Avg. Price£149.80Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips1	Daily Trips1
Duration	Duration35h 40m	Duration33h 53mFaster

There are several train options that can take you from Palm Springs to Salt Lake City:

Amtrak tickets: £150 one-way

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Price trends for trains from Palm Springs to Salt Lake City

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Which train should you take from Palm Springs to Salt Lake City?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Palm Springs to Salt Lake City. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	1	35h 40m	£150.46

Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there is 1 Amtrak train from Palm Springs to Salt Lake City every day, as well as 2 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from £150.46.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Palm Springs to Salt Lake City

While the train is the main method of transport from Palm Springs to Salt Lake City, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a coach or express shuttle.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your hand luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Palm Springs to Salt Lake City for £97.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Palm Springs and Salt Lake City is approximately 543 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 day, 11 hours and 40 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 day, 11 hours and 35 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

543

Distance (km)

873

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Palm Springs at 14:10 and arrives in Salt Lake City around 35 hours later.

First train

2:10pm

Last train

2:20pm

Trains from Palm Springs to Salt Lake City are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Sunday

Least crowded

Sunday

City Information

Palm Springs

Palm Springs is a desert resort city in California defined by its ultra-cool midcentury modern buildings and aesthetics. Travellers seeking relaxation flock to Palm Springs' stylish hotels and resorts like the Caliente Tropic Resort, spas like The Well Spa, hot springs like the Azure Palm Hot Springs, and the city's many palm tree-lined golf courses. History and art buffs can check out the Palm Springs Art Museum, Cabazon Dinosaurs, and Cabot's Pueblo Museum. Trivia break! Can you guess which president had a home in Palm Springs?

Explore the desert environment by meeting some locals at the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens or trot through the Indian Canyons on horseback. Outdoor enthusiasts can discover trails for hiking, walking, and mountain biking in the desert city. Palm Canyon Drive, a cultural strip downtown, offers upscale dining and exciting nightlife, from resort restaurants to taverns and lounges.

Visit this chic resort city by train on the Amtrak Texas Eagle or Amtrak Sunset Limited. You can take a coach to Palm Springs on one of FlixBus' routes from Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Riverside, and more. The Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is easy to reach, only two miles from downtown.

Salt Lake City

A city shrouded in a mystical veil to most visitors, Salt Lake City stands among one of the most culturally unique destinations in the U.S. Salt Lake City offers tourists a unique chance to learn more about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and Temple Square is the best place to do so. Housing the Salt Lake Temple along with other significant historic buildings, the square will take you back to the earliest days of the city, immersing you in a unique cultural experience. While here, don’t miss out on the chance to visit the Great Salt Lake itself and to dive into its cool and refreshing water.

Salt Lake City features a diverse food scene, with Mexican food receiving a lot of attention. Those who wish to enjoy the best Mexican dishes in town could try Red Iguana. For travellers who are simply looking for the best burgers, Crown Burgers’ char-broiled patties will certainly be a great choice.

The Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub is the central transport hub in the city. It is currently served by several rail services such as Amtrak, TRAX, and FrontRunner. Travellers can also catch Greyhound coaches at the station. The Salt Lake City International Airport is the main airport for the city. Located about 4 miles west of Downtown, the airport is a major gateway to the Mountain West and the West Coast region.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Palm Springs?

Main departure station: SunLine Transit Stop - 3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way

There are two stations in Palm Springs where you can board the train to Salt Lake City.

All train stations in Palm Springs:

SunLine Transit Stop - 3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way
SunLine Transit Stop - 190 N Indian Canyon Dr

Where is the train station in Salt Lake City?

Main arrival station: 340 S 600 W

The Amtrak Station is a part of Salt Lake Central Station, the principal transport hub in Salt Lake City. The station is within walking distance from the Bus Terminal, allowing you to easily transfer to coach service on Amtrak Thruway or Jefferson Lines. Along with UTA commuter rail, the station serves Amtrak’s California Zephyr on its journey from Emeryville to Chicago. A park-and-ride car park is available across the street, and travellers can rent bikes from the on-site bicycle sharing service, Greenbike. However you get around town, you’ll appreciate the convenience of the Amtrak station, located less than a mile from the heart of downtown Salt Lake City.

Train stations in Salt Lake City:

340 S 600 W

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