Transportation

Welcome to Utah Valley, where your journey is made easy with diverse transportation options. Choose from premier car rentals with convenient locations and flexible plans, or opt for hassle-free rideshare services like Uber and Lyft. Fly in through Provo Airport or Salt Lake International Airport for various flight options. Public transportation is seamless with the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) and the Transit App. Explore the scenic route with Amtrak or Greyhound, and if you're driving, navigate downtown Provo with our detailed parking maps. Utah Valley ensures a smooth, tailored experience for every traveler. Plan your transportation now!

Traveling by Car

Parking in Downtown Provo?

There are many places to park in Downtown Provo, if you know where to look. Download this map (preview below) so that you can be an expert. You can also access an interactive parking map of the city by clicking here.   

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Navigate the valley on your terms with our selection of premier car rental services. Whether you're seeking a compact car for city travel, an SUV to tackle the mountainous terrain, or a luxury vehicle to cruise in style, you'll find a variety of options to suit your preferences and budget.

Car Rentals

  • Convenient Locations: Pick up your vehicle from various points, including Provo Airport, Orem, and Lehi, allowing you to start your journey with ease.
  • Flexible Options: From hourly to weekly rentals, select a plan that fits your itinerary.
  • Seamless Booking: Easily reserve your car online ahead of your visit to ensure a smooth start to your Utah Valley adventure

For those who prefer the convenience of being chauffeured to their destinations, Utah Valley is well-serviced by popular rideshare apps such as Uber and Lyft. These apps offer a hassle-free way to traverse the valley without the commitment of a rental.

Rideshare Services

  • On-Demand Travel: With just a few taps on your smartphone, you can arrange for a ride to pick you up from any location at any time.
  • Clear Pricing: Know the cost of your trip upfront, with options to suit every budget.
  • Local Insight: Benefit from the knowledge of local drivers who can offer tips on hidden gems and must-see spots throughout the valley.

Airports

Provo Airport offers commercial flights through Allegiant & Breeze Airlines. For more information, visit the Provo Airport Web Page here. Links to the airline websites are located on the top right of the page. With service from 10 airlines and their affiliates, Salt Lake International Airport gives you many options of who and when to travel with. Click here for more flight information. 

Public Transport

The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) provides local service throughout Utah County.

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UTA's endorsed app for trip planning is the Transit App. This app is used around globe in over 200 cities, including those in Utah Valley. You can download the app by clicking here or going to your Apple or Google Play stores.

For a map that shows different activities along the UVX Line of Orem & Provo, click here

Front Runner

Travel Tips:

The total trip from Salt Lake City Airport to the Provo Marriott, using public transportation, takes around 1.5 - 2 hours.

For your entire trip from the SLC International Airport to Provo, you can expect the cost to be around $6.10. The only ticket that you will need to buy is for the FrontRunner, as your fares for the airport light rail & UVX Bus are also covered with that ticket. 

If you have 4 people traveling together, you can get a group pass for $15 that will cover all UTA services, including the Frontrunner and UVX. Less than $4.00 per person! Find out more here.  

SLC Airport to Provo Marriott Using Public Transport
Pre-trip:

Plan your trip out using Transit, UTA's official app. You can also find specific route information for the Frontrunner by clicking hereUVX by clicking here, or calling 801-743-3882, making finding arrival and departure times that fit into your specific trip, easy.

From: Salt Lake City Airport

To: Provo Marriott (101 W 100 N, Provo, UT 84601)

Day of travel:
 
  1. Go to the TRAX Green Line Airport Station, located by door 2A on the ground level
  2. Buy your FrontRunner ticket at one of the kiosks (which will cover your entire trip to your final destination)
    •  What to select when buying your FrontRunner ticket:
      • FrontRunner
      • One Way
      • Full fare (or reduced fare for senior citizen or disabled passengers) 
      • From: North Temple Boarding Station
      • To: Provo Central (under additional stations)
  3. Get on the TRAX Green Line
  4. Get off the TRAX Green Line at North Temple Bridge/Guadalupe
  5. Head down the escalator/elevator to the the lower level of the station
  6. Take the southbound FrontRunner train to Provo Central Station 
  7. Get off at Provo Central, the last station on the line
  8. Go to Bay J and board UVX toward Orem Central Station
  9. Exit UVX at the Center Street Station (the second stop on the line)
  10. Walk one block west (5 minutes) to the Provo Marriott
    • Uber and Lyft also very present in the area if you don’t want to walk

 

Frontrunner Tips

Provo is South of Salt Lake.
          Take the FrontRunner train going SOUTH.  Check the signage before you board.

The FrontRunner has free wifi.

For more information and tips for riding FrontRunner, click here

The FrontRunner train does NOT on operate on Sunday.

          Riders can still get to Provo from the Salt Lake Airport on Sundays (or vice versa), but the journey takes over three hours to complete. Use the Transit app to plan your trip. ​

UVX Tips

Many popular destinations around the Provo/Orem area, are accessible using the UVX line. With buses running every 6-10 minutes, you'll reach your destination in good time.

UVX is currently free for all users.

Amtrak & Greyhound

For a more scenic travel route, consider Amtrak or Greyhound. Greyhound stops in both Provo and Spanish Fork, offering multiple access points to our beautiful valley. Hop on Amtrak's California Zephyr line and travel some of the most beautiful land in the country before you reach your final destination in Provo.