How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Houston start at $294. The average price for this train route is around $356. 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 Houston?

The average train trip from Kansas City to Houston takes 2d 2h and covers 1039 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Houston 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 Kansas City to Houston?

The earliest train from Kansas City to Houston departs at 8:40am. The latest train departs at 8:40am.

Train Kansas City to Houston from $342 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Houston on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:01am	Union Station	1d 6h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		7:01am	Union Station	1d 6h	1:15pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:15 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 19 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

19h 15mAverage Duration

1043 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$126 - $469	Average Duration19h 15m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$294 - $637	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,622 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5622 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 $294

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 Houston, US 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 Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Houston start at $294. The average price for this train route is around $356. 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 Houston?
The average train trip from Kansas City to Houston takes 2d 2h and covers 1039 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Houston 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 Kansas City to Houston?
The earliest train from Kansas City to Houston departs at 8:40am. 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

12-01

$562

12-02

$484

Today

$391

12-04

$457

12-05

No data

12-06

No data

12-07

No data

12-08

No data

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $391

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 Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $391 to $1,645 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $457 which is on 2025-12-04.