How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to Benson?

The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Benson start from $198. The average price for this train route is around $267. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Kansas City to Benson?

The average train ride duration from Kansas City to Benson is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 1007 miles (1624 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Kansas City to Benson route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kansas City to Benson?

The earliest train departs from Kansas City to Benson at 8:40am. And the latest train departs at 8:40am.

Train Kansas City to Benson from $183 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Benson on January 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:40am	Union Station	2d 10h	6:38pm	Benson Station	Cheapest
10:45pm	Union Station	1d 20h	6:18pm	Benson Station	Fastest
8:40am	Union Station	2d 10h	6:38pm	Benson Station	No tags
8:40am	Union Station	2d 10h	6:38pm	Benson Station	No tags
10:45pm	Union Station	1d 20h	6:18pm	Benson Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 9:04 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Benson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Benson. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $226, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

1008 milesDistance

41kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$226 - $492	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$198 - $477	Average Duration2d 10h	CO₂ emissions 148kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,737 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5737 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 $198

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Benson by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to Benson?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Benson start from $198. The average price for this train route is around $267. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kansas City to Benson?
The average train ride duration from Kansas City to Benson is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 1007 miles (1624 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Kansas City to Benson route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kansas City to Benson?
The earliest train departs from Kansas City to Benson at 8:40am. And the latest train departs at 8:40am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/13

$212

01/14

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Today

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01/16

$223

01/17

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01/18

$256

01/19

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01/20

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The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Benson was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $212

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 Benson, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $212 to $1,270 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Benson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $223 which is on 2026-01-16.