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

The cheapest way to get from California to Kansas City is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Kansas City is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct train between California and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct train from California station to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from Jefferson City Station and arriving at Kansas City via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from California to Kansas City?

The distance between California and Kansas City is 131 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from California to Kansas City without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 2h 31m and costs $130 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from California to Kansas City, including transfers.

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

California to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Jefferson City Station.

Where does the California to Kansas City train arrive?

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

Can I drive from California to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Kansas City is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from California to Kansas City.

Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 458+ hotels available in Kansas City.

California to Kansas City - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from California to Kansas City by taxi, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Taxi, bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the taxi from California to Boonvilletaxi
2. Take the bus from Boonville to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0175s
2h 31m
$132–168
Drive 122.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from California to Kansas Citycar 122.8 mi
2h 23m
$23–33
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to Kansas Citytrain Missouri River Runner / ...
3h 42m
$102–178

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Distance: 130.7 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between California, MO, USA and Kansas City, MO, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Jefferson City Station to Kansas City twice daily. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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