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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: May 5 atDeparture city: AustinDeparture location: Austin, TXArrival time: May 6 atDestination city: Kansas CityDestination location: Union StationOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: May 5 atDeparture city: AustinDeparture location: Austin, TXArrival time: May 6 atDestination city: Kansas CityDestination location: Union StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Austin to Kansas CityAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 17 hours and with fares starting at just $89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Austin to Kansas City: Trip Overview
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Based on 5093 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 $156.00
Austin to Kansas City Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Austin to Kansas City was searched and found on May 5, 2025 with a price of $151To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Austin to Kansas City, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $151 to $564 for a train ticket from Austin to Kansas City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $151 which is on 2025-05-05.
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Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Austin and Kansas City is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Kansas City.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Kansas City, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Austin and Kansas City compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Austin to Kansas City while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
What's the cheapest way to go from Austin to Kansas City?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Austin and Kansas City is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $208 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $156. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kansas City, choose the train, as it will take you from Austin to Kansas City in about 17h - that's the fastest way to get there!
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