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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Old Town San Diego | Union Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Kansas City
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $192, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $293
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Kansas City, MO 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 San Diego to Kansas City?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Kansas City start at $293. The average price for this train route is around $345. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from San Diego to Kansas City?
The average train trip from San Diego to Kansas City takes 1d 14h and covers 2148 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to Kansas City 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 San Diego to Kansas City?
The earliest train from San Diego to Kansas City departs at 2:10pm. The latest train departs at 2:10pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $281To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Kansas City, MO, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $281 to $1,899 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $281 which is on 2026-01-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Kansas City, MO?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Kansas City, MO is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $345 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $293. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kansas City, MO, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Kansas City, MO in about 1d 14h —that's the fastest way to get there!
