How much does a train ticket from Kansas City to New York cost?

The average train ticket price from Kansas City to New York is $320. The best way to find train tickets from Kansas City to New York is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

A train trip between Kansas City and New York is around 1d 11h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1093 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Kansas City and New York?

The number of trains from Kansas City to New York can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Kansas City to New York by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in New York?

Once in New York, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Metropolitan Museum of Art, Empire State Building, Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), Bronx Zoo, Central Park.

Trains from Kansas City (MO) to New York | Amtrak

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from $233

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: June 8 at 7:11am
Departure city: Kansas City
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 9 at 6:42pm
Destination city: New York
Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1d 10h
Departure time: June 8 at 7:11am
Departure city: Kansas City
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 9 at 6:42pm
Destination city: New York
Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1d 10h
Departure time: June 8 at 7:11am
Departure city: Kansas City
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 9 at 7:24pm
Destination city: New York
Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1d 11h
Departure time: June 8 at 7:11am
Departure city: Kansas City
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 9 at 7:24pm
Destination city: New York
Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1d 11h
Departure time: June 8 at 7:11am
Departure city: Kansas City
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 9 at 7:24pm
Destination city: New York
Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1d 11h

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

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$105 - $386	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$200 - $1,598	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 160kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Kansas City to New York

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

$105Cheapest ticket

44kgCO₂ emissions

Train Kansas City to New York: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$320

Average train trip duration1d 11h

Number of daily trains4

Earliest train departure7:01am

Distance1093 miles (1762 km)

Latest train departure12:41pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,173 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5173 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 $200.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Kansas City to New York Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/04

$435

06/05

$855

Today

$291

06/07

No data

06/08

$223

06/09

$391

06/10

$219

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The cheapest trip from Kansas City to New York was searched and found on Jun 10, 2025 with a price of $219

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kansas City to New York, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $219 to $2,590 for a train ticket from Kansas City to New York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $219 which is on 2025-06-10.

About Train Travel

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 Kansas City and New York is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in New York.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to New York, 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.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Kansas City and New York, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Kansas City to New York, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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Trains tickets from Kansas City (MO) to New York