Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Union Station | Mattoon | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Mattoon | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Mattoon | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Mattoon | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Mattoon | No tags |
Get from Kansas City to Mattoon
The journey takes about 16 hours 33 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 033, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5650 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 659
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Mattoon by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to Mattoon?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Mattoon start from R 2 033. The average price for this train route is around R 2 905. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kansas City to Mattoon?
The average train journey time from Kansas City to Mattoon is 16h 33m, covering a distance of 537 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Mattoon route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kansas City to Mattoon?
The earliest train from Kansas City to Mattoon departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 07:01.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Mattoon was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 583To 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 Mattoon as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 583 to R 13 123 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Mattoon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 583, which is on 2025-12-16.
