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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chicago to Kansas City

Composite routes from Chicago to Kansas City

Cheapest
8 h 32 min
Car
821 km.
from $45

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$228.26
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$652.17

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
4h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$347.83
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$369.57

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$217.39
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$184.78–$652.17

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$456.52
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$445.65

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
7h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$44.57–$163.04
Train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$76.09

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Kansas City?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Kansas City is to train which costs $44.57 - $163.04 and takes 7h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Kansas City?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Kansas City is to fly which takes 4h 31m and costs $108.70 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Kansas City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Kansas City. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Chicago to Kansas City?

The distance between Chicago and Kansas City is 699 km. The road distance is 826.7 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Kansas City without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Kansas City without a car is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs $44.57 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Kansas City?

The train from Chicago Union Station to Kansas City takes 7h 23m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Kansas City train from?

Chicago to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or fly from Chicago to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Chicago to Kansas City is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs $44.57 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $108.70 - $413.04 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Chicago to Kansas City train arrive?

Chicago to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Kansas City is 827 km. It takes approximately 8h 36m to drive from Chicago to Kansas City.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Kansas City?

Book your Chicago to Kansas City train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 324+ hotels available in Kansas City. Prices start at $42.24 per night.
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