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Busbud recommends taking the train from Kansas City to San JoseAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just $297, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Kansas City to San Jose: Trip Overview
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Based on 5133 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 $297.00
Kansas City to San Jose Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kansas City to San Jose was searched and found on May 22, 2025 with a price of $191To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kansas City to San Jose, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $191 to $1,088 for a train ticket from Kansas City to San Jose based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $191 which is on 2025-05-22.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Kansas City to San Jose is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to San Jose, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Kansas City and San Jose 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.
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Kansas City to San Jose, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
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 first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
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