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How to Travel from

Chicago to Kansas City

by Plane, Rideshare or Car

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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:
$141.30–$652.17
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:
$141.30–$326.09
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$326.09

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
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:
$130.43–$489.13
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$478.26

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:
$43.48–$152.17
Train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$70.65

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$163.04
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.30–$130.43

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago, IL to Kansas City is to train which costs $43.48 - $152.17 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago, IL to Kansas City is to fly which takes 4h 58m and costs $103.26 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago, IL and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago, IL station to Kansas City station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Kansas City Bus Station via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago, IL 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, IL to Kansas City?

The distance between Chicago, IL and Kansas City is 700 km. The road distance is 819.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago, IL to Kansas City without a car is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs $43.48 - $152.17 .

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

Chicago, IL to Kansas City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago, IL to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Chicago, IL to Kansas City is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs $43.48 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $39.13 - $293.48 and takes 12h 10m, you could also fly, which costs $81.52 - $597.83 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Chicago, IL to Kansas City bus arrive?

Chicago, IL to Kansas City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago, IL to Kansas City train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago, IL to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago, IL to Kansas City is 819 km. It takes approximately 8h 30m to drive from Chicago, IL to Kansas City.

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

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

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Kansas City?

Book your Chicago, IL to Kansas City bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 335+ hotels available in Kansas City. Prices start at $40.93 per night.
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