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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
A major art museum with an encyclopaedic collection, sculpture grounds and a striking mix of historic and modern architecture.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Louis, MO 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 St. Louis, MO to Kansas City, MO will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 trains from St. Louis, MO to Kansas City, MO, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 383 km distance in an average of 8 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 h 18 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.
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Trains from St. Louis, MO to Kansas City, MO run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 16:41. The fastest train covers the 383 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 383 km |
Average train duration 7h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 16:41 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Kansas City, MO trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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311 Missouri River Runner | 8:10 St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 5h40 | 13:50 Kansas City Station, Kansas City, MO | 0 changesdirect | |
319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner | 15:11 St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 5h40 | 20:51 Kansas City Station, Kansas City, MO | 0 changesdirect | |
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A major art museum with an encyclopaedic collection, sculpture grounds and a striking mix of historic and modern architecture.
A baseball museum celebrating Black leagues, players and community history through artefacts, exhibitions and powerful storytelling.
A contemporary art museum in a renovated newspaper building, known for changing exhibitions and a lively cultural programme.
A restored rail hub with grand interiors, exhibitions and events, serving as one of the city’s busiest visitor centres.
A lively historic district associated with jazz, murals and nightlife, important for understanding the city’s cultural identity.
A creative arts district with galleries, street art and monthly events, popular for browsing studios and local culture on foot.
Smoked pork ribs with a thick, sweet-tangy tomato and molasses sauce. Kansas City barbecue is the city’s signature style and a local point of pride.
Slow-smoked beef brisket served sliced or chopped, often with rich burnt bark and sweet-smoky sauce. A staple of Kansas City barbecue joints.
Twice-smoked ends trimmed from a brisket point, caramelised with sauce until sticky and charred. Burnt ends are one of Kansas City’s most famous bites.
Long-running casual barbecue spot famed for hickory-smoked meats, especially burnt ends, with a classic local atmosphere.
Refined New American dining with Midwestern influences, tasting menus and an intimate fine dining atmosphere in the Crossroads area.
Well-known barbecue restaurant serving slow-smoked meats, beans and hearty sides in a bustling, family-friendly environment.
Moderate for US city breaks: hotels are often cheaper than coastal cities, dining is reasonable, and transport costs are manageable, though car use can add expense.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and round up or add $1 per drink or coffee in cafés and bars.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Kansas City, MO.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO 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.

Most St. Louis, MO to Kansas City, MO trains use the St. Louis Station to Kansas City Station station pair. Use this guide to compare St. Louis, MO and Kansas City, MO train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St. Louis Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Landry's Seafood House, The Station Grille
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St. Louis Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St. Louis Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St. Louis Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St. Louis Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Louis Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, Courtyard St. Louis Downtown West, Drury Inn St. Louis at Union Station.
Kansas City Station is 1 km from Kansas City city centre. Public transport options include:
Kansas City Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pierpont's at Union Station, Harvey's at Union Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Kansas City Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kansas City Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kansas City Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kansas City Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kansas City Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center, Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center, Hotel Kansas City.
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