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Elko to Salt Lake City bus

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Journey Information

There are 5 intercity buses per day from Elko to Salt Lake City. Traveling by bus from Elko to Salt Lake City usually takes around 5 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest Salt Lake Express bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 40 minutes.

Distance203 mi (326 km)
Shortest duration3h 40m
Cheapest price$67.60
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceSalt Lake Express
Bus lines1

Price trends for buses from Elko to Salt Lake City

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What bus companies travel from Elko to Salt Lake City?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Elko 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.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Salt Lake Express55h 18m$68.58
  • Book Salt Lake Express from Elko to Salt Lake City from $68. There are 5 trips per day offered by Salt Lake Express from Elko to Salt Lake City and you can expect on average to pay for a Salt Lake Express ticket to Salt Lake City. In Elko, Salt Lake Express departs to Salt Lake City from Red Lion/Maverick Gaming . In Salt Lake City, Salt Lake Express arrives at Salt Lk City (Downtown) and 2 other stations.

    An average trip on Salt Lake Express from Elko to Salt Lake City takes 5 hours and 18 minutes , while the fastest available Salt Lake Express trip will get you to Salt Lake City in 3 hours and 40 minutes .

    On weekends, Salt Lake Express offers 5 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Salt Lake City.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 18 minutes to cover the 203 miles from Elko to Salt Lake City. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.

The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.

The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Elko to Salt Lake City, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Elko to Salt Lake City every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Elko to Salt Lake City; ticket prices start at $16.00.

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 Elko?

Main departure station: Red Lion/Maverick Gaming

Most buses depart from the main station in Elko.

All bus stations in Elko:

  • Red Lion/Maverick Gaming

Where does the bus arrive in Salt Lake City?

Main arrival station: Salt Lk City (Downtown)

Buses arrive in Salt Lake City at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

All bus stations in Salt Lake City:

  • Salt Lk City (Downtown)

  • SLC Int'l Airport

  • 300 South 600 West

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