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

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Next departures from Austin to Kansas City on 4 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Austin 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 17 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day
17h 25mAverage duration
639 milesDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£77 - £242Average duration17h 25m
26kg CO₂e
Average price£114 - £701Average duration1d 11h
93kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Austin to Kansas City start from £114. The average price for this train route is around £154. 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 Austin to Kansas City?

    The average train journey time from Austin to Kansas City is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 634 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 21h 2m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    The earliest train from Austin to Kansas City departs at 09:24. And the latest train departs at 09:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
01/12
£150
02/12
£128
Today
£116
04/12
£123
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £116

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

You can expect to pay from £116 to £628 for a train ticket from Austin, TX, US to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £123, which is on 2025-12-04.

What's the cheapest way to go from Austin, TX, US to Kansas City, MO?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Austin, TX, 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 £154 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £114. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kansas City, MO, choose the train, as it will take you from Austin, TX, US to Kansas City, MO in about 17h 25m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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