Cheap bus tickets from St George to Salt Lake City

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Bus from St George to Salt Lake City: Journey Information

There are 30 intercity buses per day from St George to Salt Lake City. Traveling by bus from St George to Salt Lake City usually takes around 5 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest Salt Lake Express bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance
269 mi (432 km)
Shortest duration
5h 30m
Cheapest price
$60.10
Trips per day
18
Most frequent service
Salt Lake Express
Bus lines
1

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How much is a bus ticket from St George to Salt Lake City?

Bus tickets for a trip from St George to Salt Lake City cost $68.29 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from St George to Salt Lake City by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by bus from St George to Salt Lake City in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $64 to $77. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 29, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Salt Lake City this week, bus tickets are available starting at $74.

Average bus ticket prices from St George to Salt Lake City by month

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Traveling from St George to Salt Lake City by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $77 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 29 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $15.16 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from St George to Salt Lake City?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from St George 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 Express305h 55m$76.71
  • Book Salt Lake Express from St George to Salt Lake City from $60.10. There are 30 trips per day offered by Salt Lake Express from St George to Salt Lake City and you can expect on average to pay $76.71 for a Salt Lake Express ticket to Salt Lake City. In St George, Salt Lake Express departs to Salt Lake City from Saint George (Sun River) and 4 other stations. In Salt Lake City, Salt Lake Express arrives at SLC Int'l Airport and one other station.

    An average trip on Salt Lake Express from St George to Salt Lake City takes 5 hours and 55 minutes, while the fastest available Salt Lake Express trip will get you to Salt Lake City in 5 hours and 30 minutes.

    On weekends, Salt Lake Express offers 30 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $60.10 for a weekend trip to Salt Lake City.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from St George to Salt Lake City

There are 30 scheduled buses that travel from St George to Salt Lake City every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 18 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Trips per day

30

Direct trips

18

The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 269 miles from St George to Salt Lake City. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 30 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.

Distance (mi)

269

Distance (km)

432

The first bus leaves at 3:30am and the last bus leaves at 4:30pm. To see the times for all buses from St George to Salt Lake City, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

3:30am

Latest bus

4:30pm

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from St George to Salt Lake City for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Salt Lake City, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

Most crowded

Friday

Least crowded

Sunday

City Information

Salt Lake City

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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 St George?

Main departure station: Saint George (Sun River)

Buses to Salt Lake City leave from 5 stations in St George.

All bus stations in St George:

  • Saint George (Sun River)
  • 3828 S 1700 E
  • St George (Bluff St Office)
  • Utah Tech
  • Saint George - Contact Carrier to Schedule PickUp - Door to Door Service

Where does the bus arrive in Salt Lake City?

Main arrival station: Salt Lk City (Shop)

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Salt Lake City.

All bus stations in Salt Lake City:

  • Salt Lk City (Shop)
  • SLC Int'l Airport

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