How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to New York City start at $205. The average price for this train route is around $386. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Kansas City to New York City?

The average train trip from Kansas City to New York City takes 1d 11h and covers 1762 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Kansas City to New York City route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kansas City to New York City?

The earliest train from Kansas City to New York City departs at 7:01am. The latest train departs at 8:40am.

Train Kansas City to New York City from $218 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:02pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 11h	7:05pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

1761 kmDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$152 - $690	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$205 - $2,349	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 160kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $205

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to New York City by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to New York City start at $205. The average price for this train route is around $386. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Kansas City to New York City?
The average train trip from Kansas City to New York City takes 1d 11h and covers 1762 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kansas City to New York City route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kansas City to New York City?
The earliest train from Kansas City to New York City departs at 7:01am. The latest train departs at 8:40am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$498

12-11

$1,560

Today

$686

12-13

$586

12-14

$525

12-15

$446

12-16

$481

12-17

$511

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to New York City was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $446

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kansas City, MO to New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $446 to $3,430 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $446 which is on 2025-12-15.