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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA

Showing times and prices for Jun 20

Cheapest price

$478

Average price

$478

Fastest journey

1 d 9 h 40 m

Average duration

1 d 9 h 40 m

Trains per day

Distance

2180 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $478 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $478.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Kansas City, KS for Los Angeles, CA on Fri, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 2180 km distance in an average of 1 d 9 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 9 h 40 m .

On Fri, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 d 9 h 40 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.

10:17PM33h40

Kansas City, KS

07:57AMLos Angeles, CA

$4781One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €190. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1d 33h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 2.0kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€390 Average price	€196 Average price Cheapest
1d 34h 10m Average duration Fastest 1d 33h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1d 42h 45m Average duration 1d 42h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.7 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest	2.2 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA

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Trains from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1d 33h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $477 (€390) but you can travel from only $233 (€190) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $233 (€190)

Distance

1353 miles (2179 km)

Average train duration

1d 33h 40m

Cheapest ticket price

$477 (€390)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1d 33h 40m

First train

22:17

Last train

22:17

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $233 (€190)

Train providers: Amtrak from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA trains

For as little as $187 (€153) you can travel by train from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA with Amtrak. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Amtrak from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA train information:

Average Duration: 35 h 18 min
Cheapest Price: $187

FAQs: Trains from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA can start from as little as $190 (€155) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA is $238 (€194); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA train time is 35 h 40 min covering the 1351 mile (2179 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA leaves at 11: 07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA leaves at 10: 42 PM.

There is 1 train a day from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the route from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA you can take a train with Amtrak. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Kansas City, KS and Los Angeles, CA on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 42 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA by train is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA including taking a bus, train or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Kansas City, KS to Los Angeles, CA

Kansas City

Los Angeles

The major train station for departures in Kansas City is Kansas City Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kansas City Station for your trip from Kansas City to Los Angeles.

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