How much does a train ticket cost from Los Angeles to Kansas City?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Kansas City start from £116. The average price for this train route is around £137. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Kansas City?

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Kansas City is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1351 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Kansas City route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Kansas City?

The earliest train from Los Angeles to Kansas City departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 17:19.

Train Los Angeles to Kansas City from £111 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Kansas City on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Kansas City on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Los Angeles to Kansas City on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Kansas City on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Kansas City on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Kansas City on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Kansas City on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Kansas City on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 11h	06:26	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Kansas City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just £116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 11hAverage duration

1351 milesDistance

198kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£86 - £226	Average duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 55kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£116 - £199	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 198kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5610 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £116

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, 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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Kansas City start from £116. The average price for this train route is around £137. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Kansas City is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1351 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Kansas City route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Kansas City departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 17:19.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

26/11

£336

27/11

£229

Today

£278

29/11

£706

30/11

£278

01/12

£336

02/12

£229

03/12

£159

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £159

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

You can expect to pay from £159 to £1,151 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £159, which is on 2025-12-03.