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

The cheapest way to get from Joliet to Kansas City is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 7h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Joliet to Kansas City is to train and fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $110 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Joliet and Kansas City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Joliet Gateway Center and arriving at Kansas City. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 11m.

How far is it from Joliet to Kansas City?

The distance between Joliet and Kansas City is 525 miles. The road distance is 470.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Joliet to Kansas City without a car is to train which takes 10h 11m and costs $170 - $350.

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

The train from Joliet Gateway Center to Kansas City takes 10h 11m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

Joliet to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Joliet Gateway Center station.

Where does the Joliet to Kansas City train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Joliet to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Joliet to Kansas City is 471 miles. It takes approximately 7h 54m to drive from Joliet to Kansas City.

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

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Where can I stay near Kansas City?

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There are 5 ways to get from Joliet to Kansas City by train (Amtrak), car, train, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Joliet Gateway Center to Kansas Citytrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
10h 11m
$170–350
Drive 468 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Joliet to Kansas Citycar 468 mi
7h 54m
$86–124
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Kansas City
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Streettrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kansas City (MCI)plane ORD - MCI
6h 16m
$358–762
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Kansas City
1. Take the train from Joliet Gateway Center to Summit Amtraktrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MDW - MCI
5h 31m
$118–659
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Streettrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane ORD - MHK
3. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Kansas Citycar
6h 59m
$90–387

Joliet to Kansas City by train (Amtrak)

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10h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 522 mi
Duration: 10h 11m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Joliet Gateway Center to Kansas City once daily. Tickets cost $170–350 and the journey takes 10h 11m.

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