Bus from Bloomington, IL to Kansas City, MO: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Kansas City on December 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Kansas City Bus StationCheapest
Amtrak
Uptown Station
Union StationFastest
Amtrak
Uptown Station
Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 11:57 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Kansas City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
11h 35mAverage Duration
504 kmDistance
46kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$137 - $216Average Duration1d
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$77 - $311Average Duration11h 35m
46kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to Kansas City, MO by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Bloomington to Kansas City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Kansas City start from $137. The average price for this route is around $138. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Bloomington to Kansas City?

    The average bus travel time from Bloomington to Kansas City is 1d , covering a distance of 503 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Kansas City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloomington to Kansas City?

    The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Kansas City at 1:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloomington to Kansas City?

    A bus trip from Bloomington to Kansas City generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Bloomington to Kansas City?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloomington to Kansas City?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloomington to Kansas City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloomington to Kansas City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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12-08
$192
12-09
$176
Today
$176
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12-15
$176
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $176

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

You can expect to pay from $176 to $633 for a bus ticket from Bloomington, IL to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $176 which is on 2025-12-15.

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