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Bus from Salt Lake City to Pocatello: Journey Information
There are 45 intercity buses per day from Salt Lake City to Pocatello. Traveling by bus from Salt Lake City to Pocatello usually takes around 3 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest Salt Lake Express bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 148 mi (238 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 55m |
| Cheapest price | €35.85 |
| Trips per day | 25 |
| Most frequent service | Salt Lake Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Salt Lake City to Pocatello?
Bus tickets for a trip from Salt Lake City to Pocatello cost €51.02 on average. Tickets cheaper than €51.02 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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What bus companies travel from Salt Lake City to Pocatello?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Salt Lake City to Pocatello. 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 | 45 | 3h 50m | €54.42 |
Book Salt Lake Express from Salt Lake City to Pocatello from €36. There are 45 trips per day offered by Salt Lake Express from Salt Lake City to Pocatello and you can expect on average to pay for a Salt Lake Express ticket to Pocatello. In Salt Lake City, Salt Lake Express departs to Pocatello from SLC Int'l Airport and 3 other stations. In Pocatello, Salt Lake Express arrives at Red Lion Exit 71 and one other station.
An average trip on Salt Lake Express from Salt Lake City to Pocatello takes 3 hours and 50 minutes , while the fastest available Salt Lake Express trip will get you to Pocatello in 2 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Salt Lake Express offers 33 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Pocatello.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Salt Lake City to Pocatello
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 49 minutes to cover the 148 miles from Salt Lake City to Pocatello. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 55 minutes. 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Salt Lake City to Pocatello, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 Salt Lake City?
Main departure station: SLC Int'l Airport
Buses to Pocatello leave from 4 stations in Salt Lake City.
All bus stations in Salt Lake City:
SLC Int'l Airport
Salt Lk City (Downtown)
300 South 600 West
250 N Apollo Road
Where does the bus arrive in Pocatello?
Main arrival station: Red Lion Exit 71
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Pocatello.
All bus stations in Pocatello:
Red Lion Exit 71
5815 S 5th Ave
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