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Lowest price | €47.67 |
Fastest train | 7h 10m |
Trains per day | 1 |
Train lines | 2 |
Is it safe to travel by train from Chicago to Kansas City during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Our train partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, train carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all train passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the train.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.
What is the price of a train ticket from Chicago to Kansas City?
In the last month, €50.07 was the average price of a train ticket from Chicago, IL to Kansas City, MO. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 27 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around €43.60 more than that for a same-day booking.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Kansas City?
The distance between Chicago and Kansas City is approximately 412 miles, or 664 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 45 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 10 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
When are trains the most crowded?
Trains from Chicago to Kansas City are the most crowded on Friday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
When are the first and last trains of the day?
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Chicago at 09:00 and arrives in Kansas City around 7 hours later.
Is there a direct train from Chicago to Kansas City?
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Kansas City with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Kansas City to Chicago. If you're not not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Chicago to Kansas City for €43.49.
Which train should you take from Chicago to Kansas City?
2 train services operate from Chicago, Illinois to Kansas City, Missouri. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 1 | 12h 15m | €58.38 |
Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 7h 11m | €60.39 |
Amtrak train tickets from Chicago to Kansas City start from €51, and on average cost €58. Daily there are 1 Amtrak schedules to Kansas City. Amtrak in Chicago leaves from Union Station - 225 S Canal St, And in Kansas City trains arrive at Union Station - 30 W Pershing Rd, From Chicago to Kansas City train travel on Amtrak takes 12 hours and 15 minutes. If you are looking to get to Kansas City faster, Amtrak offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 10 minutes. If you are looking to travel to Kansas City on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak scheduled trip per day, which will cost €62 for a one-way weekend reservation from Chicago.
Amtrak Southwest Chief train tickets from Chicago to Kansas City start from €48, and on average cost €60. Daily there are 1 Amtrak Southwest Chief schedules to Kansas City. Amtrak Southwest Chief in Chicago leaves from Union Station - 225 S Canal St, And in Kansas City trains arrive at Union Station - 30 W Pershing Rd, From Chicago to Kansas City train travel on Amtrak Southwest Chief takes 7 hours and 11 minutes. If you are looking to get to Kansas City faster, Amtrak Southwest Chief offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 10 minutes. If you are looking to travel to Kansas City on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Southwest Chief scheduled trip per day, which will cost €59 for a one-way weekend reservation from Chicago.
Where is the train station in Chicago?
There is one train station in Chicago:
Where is the train station in Kansas City?
Kansas City has one train station:
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