Train from Kansas City, MO to Austin, TX, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Kansas City to Austin on 14 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
Austin, TXCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Austin, TXNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Austin, TXNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Austin, TXNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Austin, TXNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Kansas City to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 22 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
22h 45mAverage duration
639 milesDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£73 - £275Average duration22h 45m
26kg CO₂e
Average price£114 - £386Average duration1d 9h
93kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Austin, TX, US by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Kansas City to Austin?

    The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Austin start from £114. The average price for this train route is around £170. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Kansas City to Austin?

    The average train journey time from Kansas City to Austin is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 634 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 19h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Austin route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kansas City to Austin?

    The earliest train from Kansas City to Austin departs at 08:40. And the latest train departs at 08:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
£126
10/12
£144
Today
£190
12/12
£134
13/12
£234
14/12
£121
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £121

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 Austin, TX, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £121 to £582 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £121, which is on 2025-12-14.

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