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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | Kansas City Bus Station | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | 4753 Parallel Pkwy | Austin, (TX - TBC Austin) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Kansas City Bus Station | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Kansas City Bus Station | Downtown Austin | No tags | ||||
Expreso + Tornado Bus | Bus | 4753 Parallel Pkwy | Austin, (TX - TBC Austin) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Austin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 17 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kansas City and Austin?
Stops in Kansas City
- A
Greyhound Station
1101 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64106
Stops in Austin
- A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA - B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA - C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Austin, TX, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Kansas City to Austin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Austin start from $137. The average price for this route is around $247. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Kansas City to Austin?
The average bus travel time from Kansas City to Austin is 17h 20m, covering a distance of 1030 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 24m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Austin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kansas City to Austin?
The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Austin at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to Austin?
A bus trip from Kansas City to Austin generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Kansas City to Austin?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kansas City to Austin?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kansas City to Austin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kansas City to Austin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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.
The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $156To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kansas City, MO to Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $156 to $380 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $156 which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to Austin, TX, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
