Train from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Kansas City to Houston on 6 February
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Kansas City to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 19 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
19h 10mAverage duration
648 milesDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£58 - £252Average duration19h 10m
26kg CO₂e
Average price£151 - £291Average duration2d 2h
95kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Kansas City to Houston?

    The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Houston start from £151. The average price for this train route is around £168. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Kansas City to Houston?

    The average train journey time from Kansas City to Houston is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 644 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Houston route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kansas City to Houston?

    The earliest train from Kansas City to Houston departs at 08:40. And the latest train departs at 08:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
31/01
£212
01/02
£174
Today
£254
03/02
£186
04/02
£147
05/02
£215
06/02
£167
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US was searched and found on 4 Feb 2026 with a price of £147

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 Houston, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £147 to £811 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £147, which is on 2026-02-04.

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