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Monticello Visitor Center and Exhibition Galleries
Museum at Monticello presenting Jefferson, slavery, and plantation history through artifacts and exhibitions on the mountain estate.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kansas City, MO to Charlottesville, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $134 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $134, while a train costs an average of $678.
Distance: 871 miles (1403 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$678 Average price | $328 Average price | $134 Average price Cheapest |
34h 35m Average total duration 34h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 26h 59m Average total duration 26h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kansas City, MO to Charlottesville, VA:
A bus is $194 (€157) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kansas City, MO to Charlottesville, VA costing on average $328 (€265).
A bus is $545 (€441) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kansas City, MO to Charlottesville, VA costing on average $678 (€550).
Other travel options to Charlottesville, VA take longer:
Bus takes on average 26h 29m.
Train takes on average 34h 5m.
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Trains from Kansas City, MO to Charlottesville, VA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 34h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $255 (€207) but you can travel from only $123 (€100) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 10:59, the last at 14:32. The fastest train covers the 871 miles (1403 km) distance in 31h 22m.
Distance 871 miles (1403 km) |
Average train duration 34h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $255 (€207) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 31h 22m |
First train 10:59 AM |
Last train 2:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 3 days |
Discover the best of Charlottesville, VA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Charlottesville, VA trip today.
Museum at Monticello presenting Jefferson, slavery, and plantation history through artifacts and exhibitions on the mountain estate.
Leading university art museum with global collections from antiquity to today. Strong African art and rotating scholarly exhibitions.
Museum devoted to Kluge-Ruhe's major collection of Australian Aboriginal art. A distinctive cultural stop rare in the United States.
Eight-block pedestrian main street lined with shops, theaters, and public art. It is Charlottesville's most popular place to stroll.
Historic UNESCO-listed lawn framed by pavilions and student rooms. A walk here reveals Jefferson's influential campus vision.
Large city park with trails, sports fields, and wooded creek scenery. A local favorite for relaxing and outdoor recreation.
Virginia Ham is salt-cured and aged, often served in biscuits. It reflects central Virginia’s long pork-curing tradition and regional flavor.
Peanut Soup is a creamy, savory soup linked to Virginia’s historic peanut-growing culture, especially popular in traditional inns and regional dining rooms.
Brunswick Stew is a hearty tomato-based stew with chicken and vegetables, widely associated with Virginia gatherings, tailgates, and community meals.
Upscale farm-to-table restaurant on West Main serving refined New American dishes with local ingredients in an elegant setting.
Popular artisanal bakery and café for breads, pastries, sandwiches, and coffee in a busy, casual neighborhood setting.
Beloved casual spot for Virginia barbecue, smoked meats, and classic Southern sides with a relaxed local feel.
Moderate for U.S. college towns: hotels can rise on event weekends, dining is mid-priced, and most visitors need a car or rideshares.
Tip 18-20% at sit-down restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip screens; small tips are optional for counter service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Charlottesville, VA 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 Charlottesville, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kansas City, MO to Charlottesville, VA trains use the Kansas City Station to Charlottesville Amtrak station pair. Use this guide to compare Kansas City, MO and Charlottesville, VA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Charlottesville Amtrak is 1 km from Charlottesville city centre. Public transport options include:
Charlottesville Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Local, Maya Restaurant, Public Fish & Oyster
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Charlottesville Amtrak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Charlottesville Amtrak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Charlottesville Amtrak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Charlottesville Amtrak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charlottesville Amtrak: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Graduate Charlottesville, Residence Inn by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown, Omni Charlottesville Hotel.
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