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

The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Denver start at $236. The average price for this train route is around $388. 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 Denver?

The average train trip from Kansas City to Denver takes 1d 1h and covers 898 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Denver 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 Denver?

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

Train Kansas City to Denver from $278 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Denver on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 1h	7:56am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 1h	7:56am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Denver on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 1h	7:56am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:01am	Union Station	1d 1h	7:56am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:07 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Denver

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Denver. The journey takes about 11 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

11h 25mAverage Duration

899 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$100 - $214	Average Duration11h 25m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$236 - $628	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 82kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5610 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 $236

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Denver 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 Denver?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Denver start at $236. The average price for this train route is around $388. 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 Denver?
The average train trip from Kansas City to Denver takes 1d 1h and covers 898 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Denver 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 Denver?
The earliest train from Kansas City to Denver 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

11-26

$1,614

11-27

$424

Today

$562

11-29

$578

11-30

No data

12-01

$373

12-02

$389

12-03

No data

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Denver was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $373

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 Denver, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $373 to $1,730 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Denver based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $373 which is on 2025-12-01.