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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: August 7 atDeparture city: Kansas CityDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: August 8 atDestination city: HoustonDestination location: Amtrak StationOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: August 7 atDeparture city: Kansas CityDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: August 8 atDestination city: HoustonDestination location: Amtrak StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Kansas City to HoustonAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 19 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Kansas City, MO to Houston, US: Trip Overview
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Based on 5371 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $186
Kansas City to Houston Train
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The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US was searched and found on Aug 10, 2025 with a price of $231To 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 Houston, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $231 to $919 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $231 which is on 2025-08-10.
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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Houston you take, 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.
By choosing the train between Kansas City and Houston, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Kansas City to Houston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.
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