Golden Spike National Historic Site

Golden Spike National Historic Site

The Transcontinental Railroad was completed here on May 10, 1869.

Many sources incorrectly state that the location of the Golden Spike ceremony was "Promontory Point" instead of Promontory Summit.

The town of Promontory was temporary during the building of the railroad. Today, very few people live there.

Location

Promontory Summit
Utah, USA

Getting There

To get to Golden Spike National Historic Site in Utah by public transportation, you can take the train from Salt Lake City to Ogden, which is about 40 miles away from the historic site. From Ogden, you can rent a car or take a taxi to Golden Spike National Historic Site, which is located about 32 miles west of the city.

Alternatively, you can take the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) bus from Salt Lake City to Brigham City, which is located about 18 miles from the historic site. From Brigham City, you can rent a car or take a taxi to Golden Spike National Historic Site. Keep in mind that the UTA bus service to Brigham City is limited, so it's important to check the schedule before planning your trip.

Nearby Airports

This is a list of primary airports in Utah that have scheduled passenger service on commercial airlines.