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

The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Indianapolis start at $147. The average price for this train route is around $216. 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 Indianapolis?

The average train trip from Kansas City to Indianapolis takes 15h 48m and covers 728 km. The quickest train gets you there in 11h 49m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?

The earliest train from Kansas City to Indianapolis departs at 7:01am. The latest train departs at 7:01am.

Train Kansas City to Indianapolis from $155 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Indianapolis on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:40am	Union Station	17h 10m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
7:01am	Union Station	11h 49m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
7:01am	Union Station	11h 49m	7:50pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
7:01am	Union Station	18h 49m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
7:01am	Union Station	18h 49m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:21 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 17 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

17h 10mAverage Duration

727 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$100 - $409	Average Duration17h 10m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$147 - $342	Average Duration15h 48m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,623 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5623 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 $147

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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Indianapolis start at $147. The average price for this train route is around $216. 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 Indianapolis?
The average train trip from Kansas City to Indianapolis takes 15h 48m and covers 728 km. The quickest train gets you there in 11h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
The earliest train from Kansas City to Indianapolis departs at 7:01am. The latest train departs at 7:01am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-02

$168

12-03

No data

Today

$168

12-05

$234

12-06

No data

12-07

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12-08

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12-09

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The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $168

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 Indianapolis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $168 to $911 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $234 which is on 2025-12-05.