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Pros: Pleasant staff. Very relaxing . Tips: Bring a pillow.
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Pros: No problems. Cons: Seat should go all the way back. Tips: No.
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There are usually 2 daily bus trips available from Los Angeles to Kansas City.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€134.96 | Avg. Price€157.58 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration1d 18h 16m | Duration1d 15h 26m |
Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Los Angeles and Kansas City. The average train journey from Los Angeles to Kansas City takes 39 hours and 38 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 35 hours and 7 minutes.
| Distance | 1354 mi (2180 km) |
| Fastest train | 35h 7m |
| Lowest price | €127.41 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
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5.0
What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Los Angeles and Kansas City cost €150.98, on average. Since this route covers a considerable distance, tickets are typically a bit pricier than most train fares. Booking your trip at least 29 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around €66.42 more.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Kansas City by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Los Angeles to Kansas City will cost between €144 and €245. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Monthly avg. prices
You can find the lowest prices on this route during February. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Los Angeles to Kansas City, with the average price at just €149. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in August, when the average price goes up to €257. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
If you're looking to save on your train trip from Los Angeles to Kansas City, book online with Wanderu at least 29 days in advance. That way, you’ll save €66.42 compared to booking your ticket last minute.
Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
2 train services operate from Los Angeles to Kansas City. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1d 17h 31m | €177.88 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 1d 11h 15m | €166.80 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to Kansas City every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €138.
The Southwest Chief is a passenger train operated by America’s largest train service, Amtrak. The full route travels over 2,200 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, which takes over 43 hours. The train covers the stretch from Los Angeles to Kansas City in about 35 hours and 15 minutes. In addition to standard Coach Class seats, the Southwest Chief offers several sleeper cabin options on longer journeys. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief is consistently ranked as one of the most scenic train routes in America, thanks to the stunning views of the Painted Desert, the Red Cliffs of Sedona, and the Grand Canyon you’ll see from your train window.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Los Angeles to Kansas City
The distance between Los Angeles and Kansas City is approximately 1354 miles, or 2180 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 39 hours and 38 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 35 hours and 7 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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Los Angeles to Kansas City. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Los Angeles twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Kansas City faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Kansas City to Los Angeles.
City Information
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Kansas City
Straddling two states, Kansas City is a vibrant modern city with plenty of activities for visitors. Those wishing to learn more about the city’s culture and history should not miss out on the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Arts, which offers artworks for both children and adults alike. If you seek something a bit quirkier and more interesting, the Arabia Steamboat Museum will certainly satisfy your curiosity. While you are in town, don’t forget to pay the Boulevard Brewing Company a visit. It is the largest specialty brewer in the Midwest and the source of pride from many local residents.
Kansas City’s signature barbecue is another source of pride, and you should take every occasion to try it out. Some noticeable venues with well-received barbecue dishes include Danny Edwards Boulevard BBQ and Arthur Bryant's Barbeque. If that’s not really your thing, The Farmhouse and Providence New American Kitchen are also worth checking out.
Kansas City’s principal bus station is located on Troost Ave, and it offers bus trips to Chicago, Wichita and Denver, among many other places. Kansas City Union Station provides Amtrak intercity train services, and the trains Missouri River Runner and Southwest Chief pass through the station on their way. Kansas City International Airport is located 15 miles northwest of Downtown.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Los Angeles?
Main departure station: 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Los Angeles has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Kansas City.
All train stations in Los Angeles:
10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
Union Station
Where is the train station in Kansas City?
Main arrival station: Union Station - 30 W Pershing Rd
Union Station in Kansas City is a grand, historic station dating back to 1914 with an imposing columned facade and intricately carved coffered ceilings. The station is truly a destination in itself, where you can explore a series of museums, a planetarium, a 3D theater, and upscale dining options. Train service still runs through Union Station, though, and you can catch the Missouri River Runner to St. Louis or the Southwest Chief to Chicago or Los Angeles. Paid parking, restrooms, and a mothers’ nursing room can be found at the station. Just steps outside are some of the highlights of Kansas City, from Legoland Discovery Center to Penn Valley Park’s various memorials and museums.
All train stations in Kansas City:
Union Station - 30 W Pershing Rd
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