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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Kansas City
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Washington, DC, US to Kansas City, MO: Trip Overview
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Based on 5562 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 $154
Washington to Kansas City Train
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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Nov 1, 2025 with a price of $155To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Kansas City, MO, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $155 to $2,010 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $155 which is on 2025-11-04.
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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 Washington to Kansas City 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.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Kansas City, 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.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Washington and Kansas City 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 Washington to Kansas City, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
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 the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
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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