How to travel from Kansas City, MO to Chicago, IL

There are 3 options to travel between Kansas City, MO and Chicago, IL including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Kansas City, MO to Chicago, IL is a train with an average price of $99.

This is compared to other travel options from Kansas City, MO to Chicago, IL:

A train is $22 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Kansas City, MO to Chicago, IL costing on average $121.

A train is $226 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kansas City, MO to Chicago, IL costing on average $325.

The fastest way to travel from Kansas City, MO to Chicago, IL is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 42m.

Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 42m.

Bus takes on average 10h 44m.

The distance from Kansas City, MO to Chicago, IL is approximately 410 miles (661 km).

The average frequency per day from Kansas City, MO to Chicago, IL is:

• Around 33 flights per day.
• Around 5 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kansas City, MO and Chicago, IL as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kansas City, MO to Chicago, IL:

• Flights mostly depart from Kansas City International Airport and arrive in O'Hare International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Kansas City Station, Kansas City, MO and arrive in Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL.
• Buses mostly depart from Kansas City, Jefferson Lines and arrive in Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kansas City, MO to Chicago, IL, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Chicago, IL by bus.
• Travel with Amtrak to go to Chicago, IL by train.
• Travel with skywest airlines, United, American Airlines, Republic Airlines to go to Chicago, IL by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Kansas City, MO to Chicago, IL with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
• 7 direct flights per day with skywest airlines, United, American Airlines, Republic Airlines.

Omio customers who travel from Kansas City, MO to Chicago, IL often also extend their vacation to go to San Francisco, CA, New York, NY, Indianapolis, IN, Milwaukee, WI, Minneapolis, MN. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chicago, IL and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Chicago, IL to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Chicago, IL, you can explore the Museum of Science and Industry and its interactive exhibits, enjoy the vibrant neighborhoods like Wicker Park and Lincoln Park, take a river cruise to view iconic architecture, and attend a live performance at the historic Chicago Theatre. Visit Lincoln Park Zoo for a free and enjoyable day. For sights, don't miss Millennium Park with its modern art, the renowned Art Institute of Chicago, the entertainment hub of Navy Pier, panoramic views from Willis Tower Skydeck, and the fascinating exhibits at the Field Museum.

To fully experience Chicago, IL, plan for at least 3-4 days to visit key attractions such as Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago, Navy Pier, and explore diverse neighborhoods.