The cheapest and fastest trains from Baltimore, MD to Kansas City, MO
Cheapest price
$565
Average price
$565
Fastest journey
1 d 11 h 31 m
Average duration
1 d 11 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1546 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Baltimore, MD to Kansas City, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baltimore, MD to Kansas City, MO will cost around $565 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $565.
Of the 1 trains that leave Baltimore, MD for Kansas City, MO on Tue, Dec 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 1546 km distance in an average of 1 d 11 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 11 h 31 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 1 d 11 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Baltimore, MD to Kansas City, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to Kansas City, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €82. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €82, and a train costs an average of €228.
Distance: 960 miles (1546 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€393 Average price | €236 Average price | €117 Average price Cheapest |
33h 6m Average total duration 32h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 36m Average total duration 28h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Baltimore, MD to Kansas City, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to Kansas City, MO trains for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited · 3 Southwest Chief | 4:18 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 35h30 | 3:48 AM Kansas City Station, Kansas City, KS | 2 transfers | |
95 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 3 Southwest Chief | 6:23 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 33h25 | 3:48 AM Kansas City Station, Kansas City, KS | 2 transfers | |
125 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian · 3 Southwest Chief | 7:21 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 32h27 | 3:48 AM Kansas City Station, Kansas City, KS | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, December 9 | |||||
![]() | 3:17 PM Baltimore, MD | 35h31 | 2:48 AM Kansas City, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Baltimore, MD to Kansas City, MO
Trains from Baltimore, MD to Kansas City, MO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 32h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $283 (€228) but you can travel from only $102 (€82) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 13:48. The fastest train covers the 960 miles (1546 km) distance in 33h 0m.
Distance 960 miles (1546 km) |
Average train duration 32h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $283 (€228) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 33h 0m |
First train 07:01 |
Last train 13:48 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Baltimore, MD to Kansas City, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Baltimore, MD and Kansas City, MO from $102 (€82). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Baltimore, MD to Kansas City, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, MD to Kansas City, MO by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kansas City, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Baltimore, MD to Kansas City, MO
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Charles Street.
- The Helmand
- Tapas Teatro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown
- The Ivy Hotel
- Hotel Revival Baltimore
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and MARC trains
- Hall 3: access to Light RailLink
- Light Rail: Baltimore Light RailLink
- Bus: Several MTA bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Pershing Road.
- Pierpont's at Union Station
- Harvey's at Union Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center
- Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center
- Hotel Kansas City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to restaurants and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: KC Streetcar
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