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Pros: Just the quiet and lack of drama or craziness. Cons: Meal cart.ooildnt gets.dri knbefkre or during the trip.oh and the lack of Internet was a major ego kick.
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Kansas City to Topeka Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Kansas City to Topeka?
There are usually 3 daily bus trips available from Kansas City to Topeka.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PricePLN 67.77 | Avg. PricePLN 97.55 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration1h 33m | Duration1h 43m |
Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Kansas City to Topeka per day. The average train journey from Kansas City to Topeka takes one hour and 44 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 60 mi (96 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 44m |
| Lowest price | PLN 61.51 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Southwest Chief |
| Train lines | 1 |
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What is the price of a train ticket from Kansas City to Topeka?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Kansas City to Topeka was PLN 73.89. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 4 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around PLN 27.43 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
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 Kansas City to Topeka, with the average price at just PLN 54. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in June, when the average price goes up to PLN 101. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.
Which train should you take from Kansas City to Topeka?
Amtrak Southwest Chief is the one and only train line which connects Kansas City to Topeka. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 1h 44m | PLN 89.41 |
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 Kansas City to Topeka in about 1 hours and 44 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 Kansas City to Topeka
The distance between Kansas City and Topeka is approximately 60 miles, or 96 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 44 minutes, As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.
Trains departing from Kansas City to Topeka tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Kansas City at 10:00pm and arrives in Topeka about an hour later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Topeka 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 Topeka to Kansas City.
City Information
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 Kansas City?
Main departure 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
Where is the train station in Topeka?
Main arrival station: 500 SE Holliday Pl
Topeka has one train station.
All train stations in Topeka:
500 SE Holliday Pl
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