MO → IL · about 267 miles
Kansas City to Springfield train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Kansas City to Springfield. The fastest takes 8 hours 3 minutes; every train leaves at 8:40 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 8h 03m
- Leaves at
- 8:40 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Kansas City and arrives at Springfield. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:40 AM | 4:43 PM | 8h 03m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Kansas City Where you get off in Springfield The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Kansas City
Where the train stops in Springfield
Return trip: Springfield to Kansas City
Questions
How long is the train from Kansas City to Springfield?
The fastest direct train takes 8 hours 3 minutes.
What time is the first train from Kansas City to Springfield?
Every departure is at 8:40 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Kansas City to Springfield?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Kansas City?
Trains to Springfield leave from Kansas City Amtrak station.