How much does a train ticket from St. Louis to Kansas City cost?

The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Kansas City is $42. The best way to find train tickets from St. Louis to Kansas City 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 St. Louis to Kansas City?

A train trip between St. Louis and Kansas City is around 5h 40m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 238 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between St. Louis and Kansas City?

The number of trains from St. Louis to Kansas City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from St. Louis to Kansas City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Kansas City?

When taking the train from St. Louis to Kansas City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Kansas City?

Once in Kansas City, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are The Money Museum, Children's Mercy Park, Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, Kansas City Power & Light District, Steamboat Arabia Museum.

Train St. Louis to Kansas City from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Kansas City on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	5h 40m	8:51pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	5h 40m	1:50pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 13m	9:48pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 13m	9:48pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 13m	9:48pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Kansas City on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	5h 40m	8:51pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	5h 40m	1:50pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	5h 40m	1:50pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	5h 40m	8:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 13m	9:48pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Kansas City on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	5h 40m	8:51pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	5h 40m	1:50pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	5h 40m	8:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 13m	9:48pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 13m	9:48pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Kansas City on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	5h 40m	1:50pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	5h 40m	8:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	5h 40m	8:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 13m	9:48pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 13m	9:48pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Kansas City on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	5h 40m	1:50pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	5h 40m	1:50pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	5h 40m	8:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	5h 40m	8:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 13m	9:48pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Kansas City on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	5h 40m	8:51pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	5h 40m	1:50pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	5h 40m	1:50pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	5h 40m	8:51pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 13m	9:48pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Kansas City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

237 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $125	Average Duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $264	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5607 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 $38

Amtrak St. Louis Kansas City recent customer reviews

Personal were great

Yvonne H.

March 29, 2024

A pleasant way to travel.

Debbie W.

March 11, 2024

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Kansas City, MO by train

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Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Kansas City?
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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

11/23

$46

11/24

$46

Today

$55

11/26

$55

11/27

$39

11/28

$55

11/29

$91

11/30

$102

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $685 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-11-27.