Train tickets from Kansas City, MO to Washington, DC, US

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Next departures for Kansas City to Washington on November 2
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            Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Washington

            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            9bus per day
            1d 11hAverage Duration
            935 milesDistance
            38kgCO₂ emissions
            Average Price$82 - $318Average Duration1d 11h
            38kg CO₂e
            Average Price$162 - $1,237Average Duration1d 10h
            138kg CO₂e

            Train Kansas City, MO to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

            Please note, this information is subject to change.

            Average ticket price$320
            Average train trip duration1d 10h
            Number of daily trains2
            Earliest train departure7:01am
            Distance941 miles (1517 km)

            Kansas City to Washington Train

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

            Best price found
            10/30
            $335
            10/31
            No data
            Today
            $206
            11/02
            $372
            11/03
            $256
            11/04
            $279
            11/05
            $206
            11/06
            $232
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 1, 2025 with a price of $206

            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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from $206 to $1,497 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $206 which is on 2025-11-05.

            About Train Travel

            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 Washington 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 Washington, 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 Washington 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.

            Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Kansas City to Washington.

            Did you know?

            Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

            You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

            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.

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