- Must visit
The Getty Center
Hilltop art museum with European paintings, sculpture, gardens, and striking architecture plus sweeping city views.
Cheapest price on Oct 31
$265
Average ticket price on Oct 31
$374
Fastest journey on Oct 31
1 d 11 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Oct 31
1 d 11 h 40 m
Trains on Oct 31
2
Distance
2180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kansas City, MO 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, MO to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $374 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $265.
On Sat, Oct 31, we found 2 trains from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, CA, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 31 the direct trains cover the 2180 km distance in an average of 1 d 11 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 11 h 40 m .
On Sat, Oct 31 the slowest trains will take 1 d 11 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.

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Trains from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 36h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $161 but you can travel from only $82 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:52, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 1354 miles (2180 km) distance in 35h 40m.
Distance 1354 miles (2180 km) |
Average train duration 36h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $161 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 35h 40m |
First train 10:52 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, CA.
The table below shows live departures for Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3 Southwest Chief | 9:37 PM Kansas City Station, Kansas City, MO | 35h50 | 7:27 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 3:17 AM Kansas City, MO | 35h40 | 2:57 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:17 AM Kansas City, MO | 35h40 | 3:57 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Hilltop art museum with European paintings, sculpture, gardens, and striking architecture plus sweeping city views.
Major contemporary art museum in Downtown LA, known for broad collections, special shows, and bold architecture.
World-class encyclopedic museum on Wilshire Boulevard, famous for diverse collections and the Urban Light installation.
Legendary boulevard known for the Walk of Fame, theaters, neon, and classic Hollywood atmosphere mixed with tourist energy.
Lively beachside promenade with street performers, Muscle Beach, and easy access to the Venice Boardwalk scene.
Major urban park with trails, the observatory, picnic areas, and some of the best public views in Los Angeles.
A bacon-wrapped hot dog grilled on a street cart and topped with peppers, onions, mustard, ketchup, and mayo. A late-night Los Angeles street food classic.
A French dip sandwich of thin-sliced roast beef on a roll, often dipped in meat jus. Los Angeles claims the original and locals still debate the best version.
Double corn tortillas filled with stewed beef, birria broth, onions, and cilantro. A beloved Los Angeles Mexican staple, especially popular from trucks and taquerias.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant serving a seasonal California tasting menu. Refined, intimate, and one of Los Angeles's most respected special-occasion venues.
Legendary taqueria known for charcoal-grilled carne asada tacos. Casual, fast-paced, and widely considered one of Los Angeles's essential taco stops.
Historic downtown deli linked to the French dip. Old-school counter service and classic sandwiches in a landmark Los Angeles setting.
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Tip 18-20% in restaurants, 15-20% for taxis or rideshares, and $1-2 at cafes for counter service or coffee.
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Most Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, CA trains use the Kansas City Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Kansas City, MO and Los Angeles, CA 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.
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Traxx Restaurant, Union Station Cafe, Philippe The Original
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown, Miyako Hotel Los Angeles, Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza.
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