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Get from Kansas City to Joliet
The journey takes about 11 hours 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 091, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 091
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Joliet by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to Joliet?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Joliet start from R 1 091. The average price for this train route is around R 1 861. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kansas City to Joliet?
The average train journey time from Kansas City to Joliet is 11h 9m, covering a distance of 615 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Joliet 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 Kansas City to Joliet?
The earliest train from Kansas City to Joliet departs at 07:01. 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.
The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Joliet was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 262To 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 Joliet as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 262 to R 7 696 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Joliet based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 844, which is on 2026-01-30.
