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

The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Philadelphia start from $178. The average price for this train route is around $296. 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 Philadelphia?

The average train ride duration from Kansas City to Philadelphia is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1032 miles (1664 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Kansas City to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

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

Train Kansas City to Philadelphia from $170 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Philadelphia on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 12h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 6h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 12h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 6h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 6h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Philadelphia on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:16pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 6h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 6h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 6h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 8h	4:32pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:27 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 12hAverage Duration

1013 milesDistance

41kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$108 - $366	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$178 - $595	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 151kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5751 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 $178

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Philadelphia start from $178. The average price for this train route is around $296. 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 Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Kansas City to Philadelphia is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1032 miles (1664 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Kansas City to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kansas City to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Kansas City to Philadelphia 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

01/26

No data

01/27

$286

Today

$404

01/29

$237

01/30

$277

01/31

No data

02/01

No data

02/02

$251

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $237

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $237 to $1,117 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $237 which is on 2026-01-29.