- Must visit
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Major art museum known for its wide-ranging collections, sculpture park, and iconic Shuttlecocks. One of the city’s signature cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$176
Average price
$179
Fastest journey
23 h 38 m
Average duration
23 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO will cost around $179 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $176.
Of the 2 trains that leave San Antonio, TX for Kansas City, MO on Wed, Jun 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 1134 km distance in an average of 23 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 h 38 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 23 h 38 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $156. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $156, and a flight costs an average of $170.
Distance: 704 miles (1134 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$196 Average price Cheapest | $217 Average price | $268 Average price |
30h 52m Average total duration 30h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 30m Average total duration 15h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration Fastest 5h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO:
A train is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO costing on average $217 (€175).
A train is $72 (€58) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO costing on average $268 (€216).
Other travel options to Kansas City, MO take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 0m.
Train takes on average 30h 22m.
The table below shows live departures for San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:48 AM San Antonio, TX | 23h38 | 11:26 AM Kansas City, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:48 PM San Antonio, TX | 23h38 | 12:26 PM Kansas City, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO run on average 4 times per day, taking around 30h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $156 (€126) but you can travel from only $108 (€87) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 704 miles (1134 km) distance in 23h 38m.
Distance 704 miles (1134 km) |
Average train duration 30h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $156 (€126) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 23h 38m |
First train 6:48 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Kansas City — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kansas City trip today.
Major art museum known for its wide-ranging collections, sculpture park, and iconic Shuttlecocks. One of the city’s signature cultural attractions.
National museum dedicated to the First World War, with immersive exhibitions, artifacts, and strong historical interpretation.
Celebrated museum preserving the history of Negro Leagues baseball through powerful exhibits in the historic 18th & Vine district.
Historic outdoor shopping and walking district with Spanish-inspired architecture, fountains, and strong visitor appeal day and night.
Culturally important district tied to Kansas City jazz and Black history, home to museums, clubs, and heritage landmarks.
Creative neighborhood known for galleries, murals, converted warehouses, and a lively arts atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
A broad barbecue tradition known for slow-smoked meats, thick sweet-tangy tomato-molasses sauce, and burnt ends. It is the city’s signature food culture.
Cubed, twice-cooked point-cut brisket ends with deep bark and smoky flavor. They are the most iconic Kansas City barbecue specialty.
Pork ribs smoked low and slow, often finished with Kansas City’s rich, sticky sauce. A classic order at local smokehouses.
Legendary casual barbecue institution famous for Z-Man sandwiches, ribs, and burnt ends in an unfussy setting.
Polished sit-down barbecue restaurant popular for burnt ends, hickory-smoked meats, and hearty sides in a more upscale setting.
Classic steakhouse and jazz venue in a historic building, known for steaks, cocktails, and an atmospheric Kansas City dining experience.
Moderate by U.S. standards. Barbecue, casual dining, and transport are fairly priced; top hotels and fine dining cost more.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5. Tipping is expected for table service.
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