Train from Kansas City, MO to El Paso, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Kansas City to El Paso on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
Union DepotCheapest
Amtrak
Union Station
Union DepotFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Union DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Union DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Union DepotNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Kansas City to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 303, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 9hAverage duration
1352 kmDistance
34kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 303 - R 5 891Average duration1d 9h
34kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 979 - R 13 833Average duration2d 5h
123kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to El Paso, US by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to El Paso?

    The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to El Paso start from R 2 979. The average price for this train route is around R 3 772. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Kansas City to El Paso?

    The average train journey time from Kansas City to El Paso is 2d 5h, covering a distance of 1351 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Kansas City to El Paso 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 El Paso?

    The earliest train from Kansas City to El Paso departs at 08:40. And the latest train departs at 08:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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09/12
R 3 345
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R 4 425
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to El Paso, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 345

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 El Paso, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 3 345 to R 27 891 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 425, which is on 2025-12-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to El Paso, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Kansas City, MO and El Paso, 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 R 3 772 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 2 979. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to El Paso, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Kansas City, MO to El Paso, US in about 1d 9h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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