The cheapest and fastest trains from Kansas City, MO to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$345
Average price
$345
Fastest journey
1 d 17 h 14 m
Average duration
1 d 17 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1485 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $345 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $345.
Of the 1 trains that leave Kansas City, MO for Salt Lake City, UT on Wed, May 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 1485 km distance in an average of 1 d 17 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 17 h 14 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 1 d 17 h 14 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.
1:01 PM41h14Kansas City, MO6:15 AMSalt Lake City, UT$3451One-way0 transfers
1:01 PM41h14Kansas City, MO6:15 AMSalt Lake City, UT$3451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Kansas City, MO to Salt Lake City, UT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kansas City, MO to Salt Lake City, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $104. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 10h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $104, and a train costs an average of $200.
Distance: 922 miles (1485 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$633 Average price | $222 Average price Cheapest | $592 Average price | $219 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
36h 35m Average total duration 36h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 9m Average total duration 21h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 50m Average total duration Fastest 10h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 44m 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 Salt Lake City, UT:
A bus is $370 (€298) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kansas City, MO to Salt Lake City, UT costing on average $592 (€477).
A bus is $411 (€331) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kansas City, MO to Salt Lake City, UT costing on average $633 (€510).
Other travel options to Salt Lake City, UT take longer:
Bus takes on average 21h 39m.
Train takes on average 36h 5m.
Tickets start at around $633 (€510) compared to roughly $219 (€177) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-413.85 (€-333.76). The journey takes 36h 5m versus 15h 44m 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 Salt Lake City, UT train times
The table below shows live departures for Kansas City, MO to Salt Lake City, UT trains for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:01 PM Kansas City, MO | 41h14 | 6:15 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kansas City, MO to Salt Lake City, UT
Trains from Kansas City, MO to Salt Lake City, UT run on average 1 times per day, taking around 36h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $200 (€161) but you can travel from only $104 (€84) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 07:11. The fastest train covers the 922 miles (1485 km) distance in 40h 14m.
Distance 922 miles (1485 km) |
Average train duration 36h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $200 (€161) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 40h 14m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 7:11 AM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Kansas City, MO to Salt Lake City, UT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Kansas City, MO and Salt Lake City, UT from $104 (€84). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Kansas City, MO to Salt Lake City, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kansas City, MO to Salt Lake City, UT
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Pershing Road.
- Pierpont's at Union Station
- Harvey's at Union Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center
- Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center
- Hotel Kansas City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to restaurants and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: KC Streetcar
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- The Gateway
- Red Iguana
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hyatt House Salt Lake City/Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown
- Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Amtrak and FrontRunner trains
- Hall 2: TRAX light rail connections
- Light Rail: TRAX Blue Line, TRAX Green Line
- Bus: Several UTA bus lines available
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