Train from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Kansas City to Los Angeles on 9 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Kansas City to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
1d 18hAverage duration
1356 milesDistance
55kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£91 - £317Average duration1d 18h
55kg CO₂e
Average price£115 - £816Average duration1d 11h
198kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Los Angeles start from £115. The average price for this train route is around £165. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

    The average train journey time from Kansas City to Los Angeles is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1351 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Los Angeles route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

    The earliest train from Kansas City to Los Angeles departs at 22:17. And the latest train departs at 22:17.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06/12
£130
07/12
£158
Today
£190
09/12
£130
10/12
£130
11/12
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12/12
£130
13/12
£130
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £130

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £130 to £887 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £130, which is on 2025-12-09.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Kansas City, MO and Los Angeles, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £165 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £115. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Los Angeles, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US in about 1d 11h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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