The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO
Cheapest price
$418
Average price
$443
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h 43 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1514 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO will cost around $443 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $418.
Of the 2 trains that leave Washington, DC for Kansas City, MO on Wed, Nov 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 1514 km distance in an average of 1 d 6 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 6 h 43 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 1 d 6 h 51 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 train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €84. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €84, and a train costs an average of €168.
Distance: 940 miles (1514 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€374 Average price | €106 Average price Cheapest | €167 Average price |
26h 21m Average total duration 25h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25h 1m Average total duration 24h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:57 PM Washington, DC | 30h51 | 2:48 AM Kansas City, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO
Trains from Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 25h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $206 (€168) but you can travel from only $103 (€84) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 940 miles (1514 km) distance in 30h 43m.
Distance 940 miles (1514 km) |
Average train duration 25h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $206 (€168) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 30h 43m |
First train 07:01 |
Last train 16:05 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO start from as low as $206 (€168) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $460 (€374) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 2 daily trains from Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 30h 43m but the average duration is 25h 51m
Train Operators
- Travel from Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO with Amtrak
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Amtrak.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and arrive in Kansas City Station, Kansas City, KS
- First train typically departs at 07:01 AM and the last at 04:05 PM
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Kansas City, MO from $103 (€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 Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Kansas City, MO
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
- 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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