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

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Cincinnati on January 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Cincinnati Bus StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Cincinnati Bus StationNo tags
Jefferson Lines + Barons Bus Lines
Bus
    Kansas City
    Greyhound Station - 398 E Galbraith RdNo tags
    Jefferson Lines + Barons Bus Lines
    Bus
      Kansas City
      Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)No tags

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      Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Cincinnati

      We recommend taking the bus

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 21 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $119, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      4bus per day
      21h 15mAverage Duration
      868 kmDistance
      22kgCO₂ emissions
      Average Price$119 - $361Average Duration21h 15m
      22kg CO₂e
      Average Price$251 - $423Average Duration19h 26m
      79kg CO₂e

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

        The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Cincinnati start from $119. The average price for this route is around $174. 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 Kansas City to Cincinnati?

        The average bus travel time from Kansas City to Cincinnati is 21h 15m, covering a distance of 868 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

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

        The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Cincinnati at 8:40am. And the latest bus departs at 6:50pm.

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

        A bus trip from Kansas City to Cincinnati generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      01-23
      $202
      01-24
      No data
      Today
      $150
      01-26
      No data
      01-27
      $235
      01-28
      No data
      01-29
      $100
      01-30
      $145
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Cincinnati was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $100

      To 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 Cincinnati, as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from $100 to $240 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2026-01-29.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to Cincinnati?

      busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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