How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Newark start from $226. The average price for this train route is around $526. 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 Newark?

The average train ride duration from Kansas City to Newark is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1083 miles (1746 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Kansas City to Newark 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 Newark?

The earliest train departs from Kansas City to Newark at 7:01am. And the latest train departs at 7:01am.

Train Kansas City to Newark from $253 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Newark 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	10:03pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 8h	4:30pm	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:03pm	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:45pm	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 8h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Newark on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 8h	4:30pm	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 8h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 8h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 11h	7:03pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 11h	7:03pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Newark on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:03pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 8h	4:30pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 14h	10:03pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 8h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 8h	4:30pm	Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:07 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

1083 milesDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$145 - $463	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$226 - $1,627	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 159kg 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 $226

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 Newark, NJ 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 Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Newark start from $226. The average price for this train route is around $526. 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 Newark?
The average train ride duration from Kansas City to Newark is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1083 miles (1746 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Kansas City to Newark 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 Newark?
The earliest train departs from Kansas City to Newark at 7:01am. And the latest train departs at 7:01am.

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

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12/11

$1,288

Today

$1,234

12/13

$412

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No data

12/15

$328

12/16

$341

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The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $328

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 Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $328 to $1,452 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $328 which is on 2025-12-15.