Trains tickets from Springfield (IL) to Kansas City (MO)

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Tue17 Jun
from US$61
Wed18 Jun
from US$52
Thu19 Jun
from US$60
Fri20 Jun
from US$67
Sat21 Jun
from US$67
Sun22 Jun
from US$89
Mon23 Jun
Tue24 Jun

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 18 June at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 18 June at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 June at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 18 June at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 June at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 18 June at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 June at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 18 June at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 June at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield Station
    Arrival time: 18 June at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to Kansas City

Average priceUS$38 - US$133Average duration7h
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$52 - US$256Average duration10h 38m
39kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Springfield to Kansas City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just US$38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
7hAverage duration
US$38Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Train Springfield to Kansas City: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$70
Average train trip duration10h 38m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure08:22
Distance268 miles
Latest train departure12:56

Springfield to Kansas City Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Springfield (IL) - Kansas City (MO)

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Springfield to Kansas City cost?

    The average train ticket price from Springfield to Kansas City is US$70. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Springfield to Kansas City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Springfield to Kansas City?

    A train trip between Springfield and Kansas City is around 10h 38m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 268 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Springfield and Kansas City?

    The number of trains from Springfield to Kansas City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Springfield to Kansas City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
13/06
US$75
14/06
US$63
Today
US$63
16/06
US$55
17/06
US$57
18/06
US$49
19/06
US$56
20/06
US$63
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Springfield to Kansas City was searched and found on 18 Jun 2025 with a price of US$49

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

You can expect to pay from US$49 to US$529 for a train ticket from Springfield to Kansas City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$49, which is on 2025-06-18.

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 Springfield 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.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Kansas City 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.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Springfield and Kansas City, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Springfield to Kansas City.

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.

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

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 travelling more than 17,000 km.

What's the cheapest way to go from Springfield to Kansas City?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Springfield and Kansas City is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$70 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$52. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kansas City, choose the train, as it will take you from Springfield to Kansas City in about 7h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Kansas City to Springfield

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