- Must visit
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Major art museum known for encyclopedic collections, sculpture grounds, and the iconic Shuttlecocks. One of the city’s top cultural attractions.


Cheapest price
$164
Average price
$200
Fastest journey
13h 3m
Average duration
21h 46m
Trains per day
2
Distance
746 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort Worth, TX to Kansas City, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $128. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $128, and a flight costs an average of $148.
Distance: 466 miles (750 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$143 Average price Cheapest | $159 Average price | $309 Average price | $127 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 49m Average total duration 19h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 15m Average total duration 12h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fort Worth, TX to Kansas City, MO:
A train is $15 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fort Worth, TX to Kansas City, MO costing on average $159 (€130).
A train is $166 (€136) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fort Worth, TX to Kansas City, MO costing on average $309 (€254).
Other travel options to Kansas City, MO take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 45m.
Train takes on average 19h 19m.
Tickets start at around $143 (€118) compared to roughly $127 (€105) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-15.97 (€-13.12). The journey takes 19h 19m versus 7h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Fort Worth, TX to Kansas City, MO trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
22 Texas Eagle · 319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner | 2:23 PM Fort Worth Central Station, Fort Worth, TX | 30h28 | 8:51 PM Kansas City Station, Kansas City, MO | 1 transfer | |
822 Heartland Flyer · 8904 AMTRAK · 4 Southwest Chief | 5:25 PM Fort Worth Central Station, Fort Worth, TX | 13h03 | 6:28 AM Kansas City Station, Kansas City, MO | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Fort Worth, TX to Kansas City, MO run on average 3 times per day, taking around 19h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $128 (€106) but you can travel from only $85 (€69) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:40, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 466 miles (750 km) distance in 13h 1m.
Distance 466 miles (750 km) |
Average train duration 19h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $128 (€106) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 13h 1m |
First train 8:40 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Kansas City — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kansas City trip today.
Major art museum known for encyclopedic collections, sculpture grounds, and the iconic Shuttlecocks. One of the city’s top cultural attractions.
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Creative district known for galleries, murals, converted warehouses, and a lively street scene that is especially popular with locals and visitors.
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Moderate by U.S. standards. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than larger coastal cities, though car costs and upscale dining can add up.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and valet.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort Worth, TX 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.

Most Fort Worth, TX to Kansas City, MO trains use the Fort Worth Central Station to Kansas City Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Fort Worth, TX and Kansas City, MO train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fort Worth Central Station is 3 km from Fort Worth city centre. Public transport options include:
Fort Worth Central Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Reata Restaurant, Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Fort Worth Central Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Fort Worth Central Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fort Worth Central Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fort Worth Central Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fort Worth Central Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Ashton Hotel, Omni Fort Worth Hotel, Sheraton Fort Worth Downtown Hotel.
Kansas City Station is 1 km from Kansas City city centre. Public transport options include:
Kansas City Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pierpont's at Union Station, Harvey's at Union Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Kansas City Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kansas City Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kansas City Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kansas City Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kansas City Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center, Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center, Hotel Kansas City.
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