The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO
Cheapest price
$360
Average price
$360
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 6 m
Average duration
1 d 10 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1665 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO will cost around $360 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $360.
Of the 1 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Kansas City, MO on Mon, Dec 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct trains cover the 1665 km distance in an average of 1 d 10 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 10 h 6 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest trains will take 1 d 10 h 6 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €83. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €83, and a train costs an average of €169.
Distance: 1034 miles (1665 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€310 Average price | €233 Average price | €135 Average price Cheapest |
30h 47m Average total duration 30h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 32m Average total duration 31h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Amtrak operates all train services from Philadelphia to Kansas City. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Philadelphia to Kansas City.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO run on average 3 times per day, taking around 30h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $209 (€169) but you can travel from only $103 (€83) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 13:03. The fastest train covers the 1034 miles (1665 km) distance in 34h 6m.
Distance 1034 miles (1665 km) |
Average train duration 30h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $209 (€169) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 34h 6m |
First train 07:01 |
Last train 13:03 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Kansas City, MO from $103 (€83). 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 Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO 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 Kansas City, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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