Bus from Cincinnati to Kansas City, MO: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cincinnati to Kansas City on December 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
Cincinnati (Downtown)
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Cincinnati (Downtown)
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Cincinnati Bus Station
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Cincinnati (Downtown)
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Cincinnati Bus Station
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati to Kansas City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 20 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
20h 35mAverage Duration
872 kmDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$163 - $411Average Duration20h 35m
22kg CO₂e
Average Price$382 - $424Average Duration21h 7m
79kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Kansas City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Kansas City start from $163. The average price for this route is around $212. 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 Cincinnati to Kansas City?

    The average bus travel time from Cincinnati to Kansas City is 20h 35m, covering a distance of 872 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Kansas City at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.

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

    A bus trip from Cincinnati to Kansas City generates an estimated 22 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 Cincinnati to Kansas City?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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