How to travel from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City, United States of America

The distance between Albuquerque and Salt Lake City is around 504 miles (812km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 25m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Flight time1h 55m
  • Typical cost
    $230
Operated by

Delta

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Bus

Take the bus to Denver and then to Salt Lake City.

  • Duration19h 25m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $150
Operated by

Greyhound USA

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Denver Union Station Amtrak then take the train to Salt Lake City.

  • Duration23h 45m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    $83

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Drive

Drive to First Presbyterian Church of Salt Lake City.

  • Duration11h 25m
  • Distance599 miles (965km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Albuquerque and Salt Lake City

There are several options for getting from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around $83 and will take around 23h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $230.

The distance between Albuquerque and Salt Lake City is around 504 miles (812km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 485 miles (780km)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Albuquerque and Salt Lake City by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City is to fly which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx $230.

The cheapest way to travel between Albuquerque and Salt Lake City, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around $83 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Albuquerque and Salt Lake City. We recommend that you fly from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Salt Lake City (SLC). instead which will take 2h 25m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Albuquerque and Salt Lake City. It typically takes around 19h 25m and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Denver, Salt Lake City and 1st Ave / B St. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 19h 25m.

Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Albuquerque and Salt Lake City. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 19h 25m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Albuquerque and Salt Lake City. Flights depart from Albuquerque (ABQ) and arrive at Salt Lake City (SLC). The flight takes around 1h 55m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Albuquerque and Salt Lake City with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 55m.

Delta, Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines fly between Albuquerque and Salt Lake City. Flights depart from Albuquerque (ABQ) and and arrive into Salt Lake City (SLC). These flights usually take around 1h 55m.

The flight from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City typically takes around 1h 55m. Flights depart from Albuquerque (ABQ) and and arrive into Salt Lake City (SLC).

The closest major airport to Salt Lake City is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) (SLC) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Salt Lake City. Provo Airport (PVU) (PVU) and Vernal Regional Airport (VEL) (VEL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Albuquerque and Salt Lake City. The distance is around 599 miles (965km) by road and it will take around 11h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around $230.

How do I get from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City

Compare travel optionsbetween Albuquerque and Salt Lake City

Transport options from Albuquerque to Salt Lake City
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 25m
$230
every 30 mins812km (504 miles)
Bus
19h 25m
$150
3 times a week1,604km (997 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
23h 45m
$83
twice a week1,647km (1,024 miles)
Train and Bus24h 25m
$190
3 times a week1,662km (1,033 miles)
Drive
11h 25m
$59
on demand965km (599 miles)

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Airports near Salt Lake City

The following major airports near Salt Lake City offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

SLC
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
International Airport
Distance
5 miles (8km) from Salt Lake City
PVU
Provo Airport (PVU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
38 miles (62km) from Salt Lake City
VEL
Vernal Regional Airport (VEL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
127 miles (204km) from Salt Lake City