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

The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Lawrence start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $15. 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 Lawrence?

The average train ride duration from Kansas City to Lawrence is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 36 miles (58 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Kansas City to Lawrence route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Kansas City to Lawrence at 10:17pm. And the latest train departs at 10:17pm.

Train Kansas City to Lawrence from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Lawrence on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:17pm	Union Station	1h 8m	11:25pm	Lawrence, KS	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:17pm	Union Station	1h 8m	11:25pm	Lawrence, KS	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:40 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Lawrence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lawrence. The journey takes about 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

55mAverage Duration

39 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $23	Average Duration55m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $24	Average Duration1h 8m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5618 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 $15

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 Lawrence, US 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 Lawrence?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Lawrence start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $15. 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 Lawrence?
The average train ride duration from Kansas City to Lawrence is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 36 miles (58 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Kansas City to Lawrence route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kansas City to Lawrence?
The earliest train departs from Kansas City to Lawrence at 10:17pm. And the latest train departs at 10:17pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/28

$15

11/29

$30

Today

$35

12/01

$30

12/02

$25

12/03

$13

12/04

No data

12/05

$15

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $13

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 Lawrence, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $421 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-12-03.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time55m	Avg Price$18	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 8m	Avg Price$15	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Kansas City, MO and Lawrence, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $15 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $15. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lawrence, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, US in about 55m - that's the fastest way to get there!