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How to Travel from

Kansas City to Chicago

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Kansas City to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$267.51

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Kansas City to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$121.02–$331.20

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Kansas City to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$254.77

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Kansas City to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$496.81

Corporate Flight Management Inc

Website:
contouraviation.com/
Plane from Kirksville Regional Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$178.34

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Kansas City to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 41m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$52.23–$191.08
Train from Kansas City to La
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$101.91

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$152.86
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$191.08

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Chicago is to train which costs $44.57 - $163.04 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Chicago is to fly which takes 3h 47m and costs $108.70 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City station to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Kansas City Bus Station and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kansas City and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kansas City and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Kansas City to Chicago?

The distance between Kansas City and Chicago is 704 km. The road distance is 820 km.

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

The best way to get from Kansas City to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs $44.57 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Kansas City to Chicago, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Kansas City to Chicago?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Chicago is to fly which takes 3h 47m and costs $108.70 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $44.57 - $163.04 and takes 7h 41m, you could also bus, which costs $40.22 - $293.48 and takes 12h 15m.

Where does the Kansas City to Chicago bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kansas City and Chicago?

It is currently 09:59 at both, Kansas City and Chicago.

Where does the Kansas City to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kansas City to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Chicago is 820 km. It takes approximately 8h 29m to drive from Kansas City to Chicago.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Chicago. Prices start at $65.98 per night.
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