How much does a train ticket from Kansas City to Pittsburgh cost?

The average train ticket price from Kansas City to Pittsburgh is $270. The best way to find train tickets from Kansas City to Pittsburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Kansas City to Pittsburgh?

A train trip between Kansas City and Pittsburgh is around 21h 4m, although the fastest train will take about 21h 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 779 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Kansas City and Pittsburgh?

The number of trains from Kansas City to Pittsburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Kansas City to Pittsburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Kansas City to Pittsburgh?

When taking the train from Kansas City to Pittsburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Kansas City to Pittsburgh from $144 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Pittsburgh on August 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:01am	Union Station	21h 4m	5:05am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
		7:01am	Union Station	21h 4m	5:05am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Pittsburgh on August 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:01am	Union Station	21h 4m	5:05am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
		7:01am	Union Station	21h 4m	5:05am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Pittsburgh on August 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:01am	Union Station	21h 4m	5:05am	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Kansas City to Pittsburgh on August 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:01am	Union Station	21h 4m	5:05am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
		7:01am	Union Station	21h 4m	5:05am	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Pittsburgh.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$77 - $289	Average Duration18h 15m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$151 - $976	Average Duration21h 4m	CO₂ emissions 114kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Kansas City to Pittsburgh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 18 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

18h 15mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest ticket

31kgCO₂ emissions

Train Kansas City, MO to Pittsburgh: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$270

Average train trip duration21h 4m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure7:01am

Distance779 miles (1255 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,420 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5420 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $151

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Kansas City to Pittsburgh Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/22

$309

08/23

$233

Today

$259

08/25

$233

08/26

$178

08/27

$237

08/28

$792

08/29

$237

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Pittsburgh was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $178

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kansas City, MO to Pittsburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $178 to $954 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $178 which is on 2025-08-26.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Pittsburgh you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Kansas City and Pittsburgh compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Kansas City to Pittsburgh.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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