Trains tickets from Kansas City (MO) to Carlinville

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from US$56
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from US$82

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 17 June at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 17 June at
    Destination city: Carlinville
    Destination location: Carlinville, IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 June at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 17 June at
    Destination city: Carlinville
    Destination location: Carlinville, IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 June at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 17 June at
    Destination city: Carlinville
    Destination location: Carlinville, IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 June at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 17 June at
    Destination city: Carlinville
    Destination location: Carlinville, IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 June at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 17 June at
    Destination city: Carlinville
    Destination location: Carlinville, IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Kansas City to Carlinville: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$82
Average train trip duration7h 25m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure07:11
Distance252 miles
Latest train departure08:40

Kansas City to Carlinville Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Kansas City (MO) - Carlinville

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

    The average train ticket price from Kansas City to Carlinville is US$82. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Kansas City to Carlinville is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Kansas City to Carlinville?

    A train trip between Kansas City and Carlinville is around 7h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 252 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Kansas City and Carlinville?

    The number of trains from Kansas City to Carlinville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Kansas City to Carlinville by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City to Carlinville was searched and found on 17 Jun 2025 with a price of US$52

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

You can expect to pay from US$52 to US$407 for a train ticket from Kansas City to Carlinville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$52, which is on 2025-06-17.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Kansas City and Carlinville is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Carlinville.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Carlinville you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Kansas City and Carlinville, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Kansas City to Carlinville while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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