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12/06/2026
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Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE by train

The journey from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE by train is 259.96 km and takes 17 hrs 35 mins. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 7:01 am and the last at 7:01 am. It is possible to travel from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE by train for as little as RM 986.67 or as much as RM 986.67. The best price for this journey is RM 986.67.

Lowest Price RM 986.67
Journey Duration 17 hrs 35 mins
Connection per Day 1
Lowest Price RM 986.67
Highest Price RM 986.67
First Departure 7:01 am
Last Departure 7:01 am
Distance 259.96 km
Departure Kansas City, MO
Arrival Lincoln, NE
Carriers Amtrak

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When travelling to Lincoln, NE by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE
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Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
18.2kg
Bus
19.5kg
Flight
51.99kg
Car
41.59kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Kansas City, MO and Lincoln, NE are 18.2kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Kansas City, MO and Lincoln, NE? By taking the train between Kansas City, MO and Lincoln, NE you will save 33.79kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.3kg compared to a bus and 23.39kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE?
A train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE is RM 986.67. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as RM 986.67.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE is RM 986.67. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Kansas City, MO and Lincoln, NE by train?
Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE is 259.96 km.
How long does the train between Kansas City, MO and Lincoln, NE take?
Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE is on average 17 hrs 35 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 17 hrs 35 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE?
Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE leave?
The earliest train from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE departs at 7:01 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE depart?
The latest train from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE departs at 7:01 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is RM 986.67 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Kansas City, MO and Lincoln, NE is 17 hrs 35 mins.
Is there a direct train from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE?
Yes, there is a direct train between Kansas City, MO and Lincoln, NE.
What are the CO2 emissions for Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE by train?
The train journey from Kansas City, MO to Lincoln, NE creates 18.2kg of CO2 emissions.