How much does a train ticket from Kansas City to El Paso cost?

The average train ticket price from Kansas City to El Paso is $231. The best way to find train tickets from Kansas City to El Paso is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Kansas City to El Paso?

A train trip between Kansas City and El Paso is around 2d 5h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 833 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Kansas City and El Paso?

The number of trains from Kansas City to El Paso can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Kansas City to El Paso by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Kansas City to El Paso?

When taking the train from Kansas City to El Paso, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Kansas City to El Paso from $160 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Kansas City to El Paso on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:40am	Union Station	2d 5h	1:25pm	Union Depot	Cheapest
		10:45pm	Union Station	1d 15h	1:22pm	Union Depot	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:37 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just $140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

835 milesDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$140 - $339	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$167 - $285	Average Duration2d 5h	CO₂ emissions 123kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,609 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5609 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 $167

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to El Paso, US by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to El Paso, US was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $766

To 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 El Paso, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $766 to $877 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $766 which is on 2025-11-28.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to El Paso, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 9h	Avg Price$274	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2d 5h	Avg Price$231	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Kansas City, MO and El Paso, 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 $231 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $167. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to El Paso, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Kansas City, MO to El Paso, US in about 1d 9h - that's the fastest way to get there!