Trains tickets from Austin, TX, US to Kansas City, MO

Discover your next train travel journey from Austin, TX, US to Kansas City, MO and book online with ease

Join 75M+ travelers booking 2M+ routes across 85+ countries.
Enjoy our 24/7 customer service to assist you at every step.
Cancel anytime and receive a 100% refund, no reason needed.
TodayAug 8
TomorrowAug 9
from $165
SunAug 10
from $196
MonAug 11
from $166
TueAug 12
from $153
WedAug 13
from $150
ThuAug 14
from $149
FriAug 15

Next departures to Kansas City

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin, TX
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin, TX
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin, TX
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin, TX
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin, TX
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Kansas City.

Average Price$93 - $263Average Duration16h
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$149 - $372Average Duration1d 4h
93kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Austin to Kansas City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 16 hours and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
16hAverage Duration
$93Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Train Austin, TX, US to Kansas City, MO: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$179
Average train trip duration1d 4h
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure9:24am
Distance634 miles (1022 km)

Austin to Kansas City Train

Busbud shows you the best train ticket fares and train schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by train from Austin to Kansas City.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable companies that offer train service from Austin to Kansas City.

From train tickets to high-end trains trip from Austin to Kansas City, we offer a wide range of train services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions for your trip Austin, TX, US - Kansas City, MO

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
08/06
No data
08/07
$166
Today
$178
08/09
$158
08/10
$188
08/11
$159
08/12
$146
08/13
$143
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Aug 13, 2025 with a price of $143

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

You can expect to pay from $143 to $688 for a train ticket from Austin, TX, US to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $143 which is on 2025-08-13.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Austin and Kansas City is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Kansas City.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Kansas City, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Austin and Kansas City compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Austin to Kansas City while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

What's the cheapest way to go from Austin, TX, US to Kansas City, MO?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Austin, TX, US and Kansas City, MO is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $179 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $149. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kansas City, MO, choose the train, as it will take you from Austin, TX, US to Kansas City, MO in about 16h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Austin, TX, US by train?

Train from Kansas City, MO to Austin, TX, US

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud helps you easily search, compare and book intercity bus tickets on a worldwide scale with our comprehensive list of bus routes and schedules. With Busbud, wherever you go, you have a worldwide bus station within reach and available in your own language and currency. With Busbud, you can buy tickets with confidence. We ensure that you make the most out of your bus trip by partnering up with reliable bus companies from all around the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.

People from around the world trust Busbud

Popular Trains Connecting Austin

Trains Leaving from Austin

Popular Trains Connecting Kansas City

Trains Going to Kansas City