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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 | Union Station | Santa Fe Depot | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Old Town San Diego | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
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Last refresh of the prices: 12/14/2025 CST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just $209, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5663 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 $209
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA, US 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 Kansas City to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to San Diego start from $209. The average price for this train route is around $289. 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 Kansas City to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from Kansas City to San Diego is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1332 miles (2148 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Kansas City to San Diego route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kansas City to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from Kansas City to San Diego at 10:17pm. And the latest train departs at 10:17pm.
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 San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $200To 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 San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $200 to $1,542 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $200 which is on 2025-12-24.
What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Kansas City, MO and San Diego, CA, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $289 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $209. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Diego, CA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA, US in about 1d 16h - that's the fastest way to get there!
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