How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to New York City start from $146. The average price for this train route is around $274. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Kansas City to New York City?

The average train ride duration from Kansas City to New York City is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1093 miles (1762 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Kansas City to New York City route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kansas City to New York City?

The earliest train departs from Kansas City to New York City at 7:01am. And the latest train departs at 8:40am.

Train Kansas City to New York City from $154 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:02pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 11h	7:05pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to New York City on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:40am	Union Station	1d 9h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

1092 milesDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$108 - $490	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$146 - $1,666	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 160kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $146

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to New York City by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to New York City start from $146. The average price for this train route is around $274. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kansas City to New York City?
The average train ride duration from Kansas City to New York City is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1093 miles (1762 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Kansas City to New York City route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kansas City to New York City?
The earliest train departs from Kansas City to New York City at 7:01am. And the latest train departs at 8:40am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$353

12/11

$1,106

Today

$486

12/13

$392

12/14

$360

12/15

$316

12/16

$341

12/17

$362

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to New York City was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $316

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 New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $316 to $2,432 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $316 which is on 2025-12-15.