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Trip Overview

The train between El Cajon and Kansas City takes 39h 12m. There is at least one train per day from El Cajon to Kansas City. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

39h 12m
Duration
1,883 mi
Distance
$1,180
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

El Cajon to Kansas City train times

Trains run once daily between El Cajon and Kansas City. The service departs El Cajon at 1:14 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Kansas City at 06:26:00. All services require a transfer at Old Town Station and take an average of 39h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from El Cajon to Kansas City? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 1,882.6 mi
  • Duration: 39h 12m

What companies run services between El Cajon, CA, USA and Kansas City, MO, USA?

You can take a vehicle from El Cajon Station to Kansas City via Old Town Station, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 39h 14m.

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