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Compare 2 ways to travel from Jefferson City to Kansas City
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5608 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 £24
Amtrak Jefferson City Kansas City recent customer reviews
It was very very unimaginably horrible the train stopped a couple of different times we were delayed we were supposed to be there at 1:50 we did not get there until after 3:00 p.m. it was a horrible experience I probably will never ride on the train again
Michael M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jefferson City, MO to Kansas City, MO by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Jefferson City to Kansas City?
The cheapest train tickets from Jefferson City to Kansas City start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Jefferson City to Kansas City?
The average train journey time from Jefferson City to Kansas City is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 135 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Jefferson City to Kansas City route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Jefferson City to Kansas City?
The earliest train from Jefferson City to Kansas City departs at 10:35. And the latest train departs at 17:36.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Jefferson City, MO to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Jefferson City, MO to Kansas City, MO as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £22 to £84 for a train ticket from Jefferson City, MO to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-11-28.
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