The cheapest and fastest trains from Milwaukee, WI to Kansas City, MO
Cheapest price
£118
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
14 h 36 m
Average duration
14 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
710 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milwaukee, WI to Kansas City, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milwaukee, WI to Kansas City, MO will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £118.
Of the 1 trains that leave Milwaukee, WI for Kansas City, MO every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 710 km distance in an average of 14 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Milwaukee, WI to Kansas City, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milwaukee, WI to Kansas City, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a flight costs an average of £207.
Distance: 710 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£107 Average Price | £85 Average Price Cheapest | £242 Average Price |
10h 7m Average total duration 9h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 5m Average total duration 12h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration Fastest 6h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milwaukee, WI to Kansas City, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Milwaukee, WI to Kansas City, MO trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:00 Milwaukee, WI | 10h48 | 02:48 Kansas City, MO | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milwaukee, WI to Kansas City, MO
Trains from Milwaukee, WI to Kansas City, MO run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £53 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 11:10. The fastest train covers the 710 km distance in 10h 48m.
Distance 710 km |
Average train duration 9h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 10h 48m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 11:10 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Milwaukee, WI to Kansas City, MO trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Milwaukee, WI and Kansas City, MO from £53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milwaukee, WI to Kansas City, MO train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milwaukee, WI to Kansas City, MO by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kansas City, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milwaukee, WI and Kansas City, MO
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from St. Paul Avenue.
- Milwaukee ChopHouse
- The Capital Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hilton Milwaukee City Center
- Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
- The Pfister Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 2: intercity bus services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Amtrak: Hiawatha Service to Chicago
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Pershing Road.
- Pierpont's at Union Station
- Harvey's at Union Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center
- Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center
- Hotel Kansas City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to restaurants and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: KC Streetcar
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