Trains tickets from Kansas City, MO to San Jose, US

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TodayJul 29
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Next departures to San Jose

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to San Jose.

Bus
Average Price$149 - $513Average Duration1d 20h
60kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$308 - $1,856Average Duration1d 23h
217kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Kansas City to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1d 20hAverage Duration
$149Cheapest ticket
60kgCO₂ emissions

Train Kansas City, MO to San Jose, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$457
Average train trip duration1d 23h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure10:17pm
Distance1480 miles (2386 km)

Kansas City to San Jose Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07/27
$366
07/28
$429
Today
$366
07/30
$317
07/31
$317
08/01
$239
08/02
$239
08/03
$239
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to San Jose, US was searched and found on Aug 1, 2025 with a price of $239

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 San Jose, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $239 to $1,936 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $239 which is on 2025-08-01.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Kansas City to San Jose is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to San Jose, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Kansas City and San Jose 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.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Kansas City to San Jose, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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