How to travel from Anchorage to Salt Lake City, United States of America
The distance between Anchorage and Salt Lake City is around 2,134 miles (3,435km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 50m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Anchorage to Salt Lake City by plane, bus, ferry, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Salt Lake City → Anchorage if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Anchorage (ANC) to Salt Lake City (SLC).
- Duration5h 50m
- Flight time4h 55m
- Typical cost$160
Delta
+ 2 othersBus, Ferry and Train
Take the bus to Whittier Cruise Terminal - Alaska then take a ferry to Juneau and then to Bellingham WA then take the train to Portland then take the bus to Salt Lake City.
- Duration5 days 8h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost$585
Multiple operators
Drive
Drive to First Presbyterian Church of Salt Lake City.
- Duration2 days 9h
- Distance3,003 miles (4,832km)
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Anchorage and Salt Lake City
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Anchorage to Salt Lake City by plane, bus, ferry, train and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around $160 and will take around 5h 50m.
The distance between Anchorage and Salt Lake City is around 2,134 miles (3,435km).
It takes around 5h 50m to get from Anchorage and Salt Lake City by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2 days 9h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Anchorage to Salt Lake City is to fly which takes around 5h 50m and will set you back approx $160.
The cheapest way to travel between Anchorage and Salt Lake City, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around $160 for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Anchorage and Salt Lake City. We recommend that you fly from Anchorage (ANC) to Salt Lake City (SLC). instead which will take 5h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Anchorage and Salt Lake City. We recommend that you fly from Anchorage (ANC) to Salt Lake City (SLC). instead which will take 5h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Anchorage and Salt Lake City. Flights depart from Anchorage (ANC) and arrive at Salt Lake City (SLC). The flight takes around 4h 55m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Anchorage and Salt Lake City with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 4h 55m.
Delta, Alaska Airlines, Inc. and United Airlines fly between Anchorage and Salt Lake City. Flights depart from Anchorage (ANC) and and arrive into Salt Lake City (SLC). These flights usually take around 4h 55m.
The flight from Anchorage to Salt Lake City typically takes around 4h 55m. Flights depart from Anchorage (ANC) 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 Anchorage and Salt Lake City. The distance is around 3,003 miles (4,832km) by road and it will take around 2 days 9h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Anchorage to Salt Lake City is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 50m and will usually cost around $160.
Compare travel optionsbetween Anchorage and Salt Lake City
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 5h 50m | $160 | every 30 mins | 3,435km (2,134 miles) |
Bus, Ferry and Train | 5 days 8h | $585 | twice a week | 4,217km (2,620 miles) |
Drive | 2 days 9h | $295 | on demand | 4,832km (3,003 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Anchorage and Salt Lake City
Airlines
Delta
Alaska Airlines, Inc.
United Airlines
Train operators
Bus companies
Park Connection Motor Coach
Greyhound USA
Ferry operators
Alaska DOT
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.
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
- Distance
- 5 miles (8km) from Salt Lake City
Provo Airport (PVU)
- Distance
- 38 miles (62km) from Salt Lake City
Vernal Regional Airport (VEL)
- Distance
- 127 miles (204km) from Salt Lake City