How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Indianapolis start from $103. The average price for this train route is around $151. 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 Indianapolis?

The average train ride duration from Kansas City to Indianapolis is 15h 48m, covering a distance of 451 miles (728 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 49m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Kansas City to Indianapolis 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 Kansas City to Indianapolis?

The earliest train departs from Kansas City to Indianapolis at 7:01am. And the latest train departs at 7:01am.

Train Kansas City to Indianapolis from $108 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Indianapolis on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:01am	Union Station	18h 49m	2:50am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:47 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 17 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

17h 10mAverage Duration

450 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$70 - $239	Average Duration17h 10m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$103 - $216	Average Duration15h 48m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5615 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 $103

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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Indianapolis start from $103. The average price for this train route is around $151. 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 Indianapolis?
The average train ride duration from Kansas City to Indianapolis is 15h 48m, covering a distance of 451 miles (728 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Kansas City to Indianapolis 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 Kansas City to Indianapolis?
The earliest train departs from Kansas City to Indianapolis at 7:01am. And the latest train departs at 7:01am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/27

$117

11/28

$117

Today

$182

11/30

$1,221

12/01

No data

12/02

$108

12/03

No data

12/04

$137

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Indianapolis was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $108

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 Indianapolis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $108 to $1,221 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $108 which is on 2025-12-02.