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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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, 20 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 908, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5639 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 R 2 585
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO 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 Los Angeles to Kansas City?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Kansas City start from R 2 585. The average price for this train route is around R 3 051. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Kansas City is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 2178 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Kansas City route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Kansas City departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 17:19.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 927To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 927 to R 22 620 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 927, which is on 2025-12-17.
What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Los Angeles, 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 R 3 051 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 2 585. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kansas City, MO, choose the train, as it will take you from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO in about 1d 11h – that's the fastest way to get there!
