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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Union Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Union Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Kansas City
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 11 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $66
Amtrak Chicago Kansas City recent customer reviews
Everyone was very nice and helpful. As a senior citizen I found it difficult maneuvering the very narrow stairways, esp.with luggage. Difficult to understand the intercom at times. Otherwise, it was fine.
Carol K.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Kansas City, MO 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 Chicago to Kansas City?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Kansas City start from $66. The average price for this train route is around $89. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Kansas City?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to Kansas City is 11h 1m, covering a distance of 412 miles (665 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago to Kansas City route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Chicago to Kansas City?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to Kansas City at 7:15am. And the latest train departs at 2:25pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Kansas City, MO, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $64 to $509 for a train ticket from Chicago to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $74 which is on 2026-01-27.
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