How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to Omaha?

The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Omaha start at $175. The average price for this train route is around $293. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Kansas City to Omaha?

The average train trip from Kansas City to Omaha takes 16h 8m and covers 267 km. The quickest train gets you there in 16h 8m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Omaha route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kansas City to Omaha?

The earliest train from Kansas City to Omaha departs at 7:01am. The latest train departs at 7:01am.

Train Kansas City to Omaha from $168 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Omaha on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	16h 8m	11:09pm	Omaha Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	16h 8m	11:09pm	Omaha Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:56 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Omaha

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Omaha. The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 35mAverage Duration

267 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$84 - $289	Average Duration6h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$175 - $1,349	Average Duration16h 8m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $175

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Omaha, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to Omaha?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Omaha start at $175. The average price for this train route is around $293. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Kansas City to Omaha?
The average train trip from Kansas City to Omaha takes 16h 8m and covers 267 km. The quickest train gets you there in 16h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Omaha route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kansas City to Omaha?
The earliest train from Kansas City to Omaha departs at 7:01am. The latest train departs at 7:01am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-24

$234

01-25

$218

Today

$203

01-27

$234

01-28

No data

01-29

$179

01-30

No data

01-31

$168

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Omaha, US was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $168

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 Omaha, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $168 to $934 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Omaha, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $168 which is on 2026-01-31.