MO → CA · about 1,142 miles
Kansas City to Needles train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Kansas City to Needles. The fastest takes 28 hours 12 minutes; every train leaves at 9:37 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 28h 12m
- Leaves at
- 9:37 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Kansas City and arrives at Needles Amtrak. 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 | 11:49 PM +1 day | 28h 12m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Kansas City Where you get off in Needles The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Kansas City
Where the train stops in Needles
- Needles Amtrak Map of Needles Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: Needles to Kansas City
Questions
How long is the train from Kansas City to Needles?
The fastest direct train takes 28 hours 12 minutes.
What time is the first train from Kansas City to Needles?
Every departure is at 9:37 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Kansas City to Needles?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Kansas City?
Trains to Needles leave from Kansas City Amtrak station.