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Bus from Pocatello to Salt Lake City: Journey Information
There are 42 intercity buses per day from Pocatello to Salt Lake City. Traveling by bus from Pocatello to Salt Lake City usually takes around 3 hours and 48 minutes, but the fastest Salt Lake Express bus can make the trip in 3 hours,
| Distance | 148 mi (238 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $59.80 |
| Trips per day | 27 |
| Most frequent service | Salt Lake Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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How much is a bus ticket from Pocatello to Salt Lake City?
Bus tickets for a trip from Pocatello to Salt Lake City cost $61.18 on average. Consider it a bargain when you can snag tickets for less than $61.18. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly avg. prices
If you're planning on taking a bus from Pocatello to Salt Lake City, you'll be happy to know that the cost stays pretty stable throughout the year. You can expect to pay around $61 for your ticket regardless of when you plan to travel.
What bus companies travel from Pocatello to Salt Lake City?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Pocatello to Salt Lake City. Salt Lake Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake Express | 42 | 3h 49m | $61.36 |
Book Salt Lake Express from Pocatello to Salt Lake City from $60. There are 42 trips per day offered by Salt Lake Express from Pocatello to Salt Lake City and you can expect on average to pay for a Salt Lake Express ticket to Salt Lake City. In Pocatello, Salt Lake Express departs to Salt Lake City from Red Lion Exit 71 and one other station. In Salt Lake City, Salt Lake Express arrives at SLC Int'l Airport and 3 other stations.
An average trip on Salt Lake Express from Pocatello to Salt Lake City takes 3 hours and 49 minutes , while the fastest available Salt Lake Express trip will get you to Salt Lake City in 3 hours and 0 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Pocatello to Salt Lake City
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 48 minutes to cover the 148 miles from Pocatello to Salt Lake City. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Salt Lake City. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Pocatello to Salt Lake City, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 42 scheduled buses that travel from Pocatello to Salt Lake City every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 27 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
City Information
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 travelers 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 transportation hub in the city. It is currently served by several rail services such as Amtrak, TRAX, and FrontRunner. Travelers can also catch Greyhound buses 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 does the bus leave from in Pocatello?
Main departure station: 5815 S 5th Ave
Pocatello has two bus stations with service to Salt Lake City.
All bus stations in Pocatello:
5815 S 5th Ave
Red Lion Exit 71
Where does the bus arrive in Salt Lake City?
Main arrival station: SLC Int'l Airport
Buses arrive in Salt Lake City at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Salt Lake City:
SLC Int'l Airport
Salt Lk City (Downtown)
300 South 600 West
250 N Apollo Road
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