CA → MO · about 1,358 miles
Los Angeles to Kansas City train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Los Angeles to Kansas City. The fastest takes 35 hours 23 minutes; every train leaves at 4:55 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 35h 23m
- Leaves at
- 4:55 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Los Angeles and arrives at Kansas City. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:55 PM | 6:18 AM +2 day | 35h 23m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Los Angeles Where you get off in Kansas City The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Los Angeles
Where the train stops in Kansas City
Return trip: Kansas City to Los Angeles
Questions
How long is the train from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
The fastest direct train takes 35 hours 23 minutes.
What time is the first train from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
Every departure is at 4:55 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Los Angeles to Kansas City?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Los Angeles?
Trains to Kansas City leave from Los Angeles (Americanstar).