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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 | Old Town San Diego | Union Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Old Town San Diego | Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego 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, 19 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5751 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 San Diego, CA, US to Kansas City, MO by train
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How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Kansas City?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Kansas City start from $209. The average price for this train route is around $246. 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 San Diego to Kansas City?
The average train ride duration from San Diego to Kansas City is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1332 miles (2148 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Diego to Kansas City route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Diego to Kansas City?
The earliest train departs from San Diego to Kansas City at 2:10pm. And the latest train departs at 2:10pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 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 San Diego, CA, US to Kansas City, MO, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $200 to $1,352 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $200 which is on 2026-01-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Kansas City, MO?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Diego, CA, 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 $246 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 Kansas City, MO, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Kansas City, MO in about 1d 14h - that's the fastest way to get there!
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