Los Angeles to Salt Lake City by bus
Salt Lake City lies 933 km (580 mi) north-east of Los Angeles, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 16 h 59 min including stops, over roughly 1,138 km (707 mi) of road.
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| Los Angeles | Salt Lake City | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 3.8 million | 215,548 |
| Elevation | 96 m (315 ft) | 1,311 m (4,301 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) | UTC-6 (America/Denver) |
| Postal codes | 90001–90189 | 84101–84199 |
Clocks in Salt Lake City are 1 h ahead of Los Angeles right now, so a 16 h 59 min journey lands 17 h 59 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Salt Lake City from Los Angeles?
933 km (580 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Los Angeles; by road roughly 1,138 km (707 mi).
How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City by bus?
About 16 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Los Angeles and Salt Lake City?
Salt Lake City is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/Denver against America/Los_Angeles).
Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.