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

The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Los Angeles start at $214. The average price for this train route is around $306. 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 Los Angeles?

The average train trip from Kansas City to Los Angeles 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 Kansas City to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

The earliest train from Kansas City to Los Angeles departs at 10:17pm. The latest train departs at 10:17pm.

Train Kansas City to Los Angeles from $205 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Los Angeles on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:17pm	Union Station	1d 11h	7:57am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:17pm	Union Station	1d 11h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Los Angeles on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:17pm	Union Station	1d 11h	7:57am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:17pm	Union Station	1d 11h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Los Angeles on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:17pm	Union Station	1d 11h	7:57am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:17pm	Union Station	1d 11h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:28 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $168, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 18hAverage Duration

2188 kmDistance

55kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$168 - $589	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 55kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$214 - $1,519	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 198kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5621 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 $214

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 Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Los Angeles start at $214. The average price for this train route is around $306. 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 Los Angeles?
The average train trip from Kansas City to Los Angeles 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 Kansas City to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?
The earliest train from Kansas City to Los Angeles departs at 10:17pm. The latest train departs at 10:17pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-30

$424

12-01

$515

Today

$424

12-03

$424

12-04

No data

12-05

$243

12-06

$243

12-07

$243

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $243

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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $243 to $1,871 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $243 which is on 2025-12-05.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time1d 18h	Avg Price$319	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time1d 11h	Avg Price$306	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Kansas City, MO and Los Angeles, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $306 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $214. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Los Angeles, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US in about 1d 11h —that's the fastest way to get there!