MO → CA · about 1,358 miles
Kansas City to Los Angeles train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Kansas City to Los Angeles. The fastest takes 35 hours 50 minutes; every train leaves at 9:37 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 35h 50m
- Leaves at
- 9:37 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Kansas City and arrives at Los Angeles. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:37 PM | 7:27 AM +2 day | 35h 50m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Kansas City Where you get off in Los Angeles The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Kansas City
Where the train stops in Los Angeles
Return trip: Los Angeles to Kansas City
Questions
How long is the train from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
The fastest direct train takes 35 hours 50 minutes.
What time is the first train from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Every departure is at 9:37 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Kansas City?
Trains to Los Angeles leave from Kansas City Amtrak station.