How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati?

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati start from $265. The average price for this train route is around $335. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati?

The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1446 miles (2332 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Cincinnati route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati?

The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati at 3:20am. And the latest train departs at 3:20am.

Train Salt Lake City to Cincinnati from $243 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Cincinnati on January 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 22h	3:27am	Union Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 22h	3:27am	Union Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Cincinnati on January 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 22h	3:27am	Union Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 22h	3:27am	Union Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Cincinnati on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 22h	3:27am	Union Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:20am	Central Station	1d 22h	3:27am	Union Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:54 AM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $228, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1448 milesDistance

58kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$228 - $293	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$265 - $2,378	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 212kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,745 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5745 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $265

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati start from $265. The average price for this train route is around $335. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati?
The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1446 miles (2332 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Cincinnati route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati?
The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati at 3:20am. And the latest train departs at 3:20am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/17

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01/18

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Today

$290

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01/21

$279

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01/23

$290

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The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $279

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $279 to $913 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $279 which is on 2026-01-21.