Train from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Kansas City on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Union StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 09:01 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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 1 day, 20 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
1d 20hAverage duration
1356 milesDistance
55kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£85 - £240Average duration1d 20h
55kg CO₂e
Average price£114 - £285Average duration1d 11h
198kg CO₂e

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.

  1. 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 £114. The average price for this train route is around £135. 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 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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
09/12
£157
10/12
£157
Today
£189
12/12
£189
13/12
£226
14/12
£189
15/12
£189
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £157

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 £157 to £997 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 £189, which is on 2025-12-12.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Los Angeles, 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 £135 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 Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO in about 1d 11h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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