How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Kansas City?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Kansas City start at $211. The average price for this train route is around $249. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Los Angeles to Kansas City?

The average train trip from Los Angeles to Kansas City takes 1d 11h and covers 2178 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Kansas City route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Kansas City?

The earliest train from Los Angeles to Kansas City departs at 5:19pm. The latest train departs at 5:19pm.

Train Los Angeles to Kansas City from $239 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Kansas City on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	1d 11h	6:26am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	1d 11h	6:26am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Kansas City on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	1d 11h	6:26am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	1d 11h	6:26am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Kansas City on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	1d 11h	6:26am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	1d 11h	6:26am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:39 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Kansas City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $156, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 20hAverage Duration

2188 kmDistance

55kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$156 - $444	Average Duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 55kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$211 - $527	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 198kg 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 $211

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO 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 Los Angeles to Kansas City?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Kansas City start at $211. The average price for this train route is around $249. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
The average train trip from Los Angeles to Kansas City takes 1d 11h and covers 2178 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Kansas City route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Kansas City departs at 5:19pm. The latest train departs at 5:19pm.

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

$290

12-11

$349

Today

$507

12-13

$418

12-14

$349

12-15

$349

12-16

No data

12-17

$239

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $239

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

You can expect to pay from $239 to $1,843 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $239 which is on 2025-12-17.

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time1d 20h	Avg Price$250	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time1d 11h	Avg Price$249	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Los Angeles, US and Kansas City, MO is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $249 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $211. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kansas City, MO, choose the train, as it will take you from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO in about 1d 11h —that's the fastest way to get there!