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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI
Cheapest price
$615
Average price
$778
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 4 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
939 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI will cost around $778 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $615.
Of the 2 trains that leave Kansas City, MO for East Lansing, MI on Fri, Jul 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 939 km distance in an average of 1 d 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 2 h 4 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 1 d 2 h 4 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.
12:01 PM26h04Kansas City, MO2:05 PMEast Lansing, MI$6151One-way0 transfers- 1:01 PM26h04Kansas City, MO3:05 PMEast Lansing, MI$9411One-way0 transfers
- 1:01 PM26h04Kansas City, MO3:05 PMEast Lansing, MI$9411One-way0 transfers
- 12:01 PM26h04Kansas City, MO2:05 PMEast Lansing, MI$6151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $125. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $125, and a train costs an average of $298.
Distance: 583 miles (939 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$563 Average price | $414 Average price | $143 Average price Cheapest | $140 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
26h 34m Average total duration 26h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration Fastest 5h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 22m Average total duration 25h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI:
A bus is $272 (€223) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI costing on average $414 (€340).
A bus is $420 (€345) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI costing on average $563 (€462).
Other travel options to East Lansing, MI take longer:
Bus takes on average 25h 52m.
Train takes on average 26h 4m.
Tickets start at around $563 (€462) compared to roughly $140 (€115) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-422.33 (€-346.66). The journey takes 26h 4m versus 10h 11m 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.
Live departures
Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI train times
The table below shows live departures for Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:01 PM Kansas City, MO | 26h04 | 2:05 PM East Lansing, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:01 PM Kansas City, MO | 26h04 | 3:05 PM East Lansing, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI
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Trains from Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI run on average 3 times per day, taking around 26h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $298 (€245) but you can travel from only $125 (€103) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 08:54. The fastest train covers the 583 miles (939 km) distance in 26h 4m.
Distance 583 miles (939 km) |
Average train duration 26h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $298 (€245) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 26h 4m |
First train 7:01 AM |
Last train 8:54 AM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
FAQs: Trains from Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to East Lansing, MI 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 East Lansing, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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