The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Kansas City, MO
Cheapest price
$570
Average price
$570
Fastest journey
2 d 20 h
Average duration
2 d 20 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
2385 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA 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 Jose, CA to Kansas City, MO will cost around $570 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $570.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to Kansas City, MO without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Jose, CA to Kansas City, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Kansas City, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €149. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €149, and a flight costs an average of €290.
Distance: 1481 miles (2385 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€232 Average price | €291 Average price | €202 Average price Cheapest |
44h 53m Average total duration 44h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 44h 55m Average total duration 44h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Kansas City, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Kansas City, MO trains for today, Wednesday, January 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:10 PM San Jose, CA | 46h16 | 11:26 AM Kansas City, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 15 | |||||
![]() | 10:26 AM San Jose, CA | 68h00 | 6:26 AM Kansas City, MO | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets San Jose, CA to Kansas City, MO by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book San Jose to Kansas City trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from San Jose 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 train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from San Jose to Kansas City.
Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Kansas City, MO
Trains from San Jose, CA to Kansas City, MO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 44h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $266 (€215) but you can travel from only $185 (€149) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 1481 miles (2385 km) distance in 46h 16m.
Distance 1481 miles (2385 km) |
Average train duration 44h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $266 (€215) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 46h 16m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 22:17 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Kansas City, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Kansas City, MO from $185 (€149). 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 San Jose, CA to Kansas City, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA 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 San Jose, CA to Kansas City, MO
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with multiple lots surrounding the station.
- The Farmers Union
- Poor House Bistro
- La Victoria Taqueria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel De Anza
- The Westin San Jose
- AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms for Caltrain, Amtrak, and ACE services, and connections to VTA buses and light rail.
- Bus: VTA Bus Lines 22, 64A, 64B, 68, 168, 181
- Light Rail: VTA Green Line
- Caltrain
- Amtrak
- ACE
- 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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