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

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Next departures for Kansas City to Cincinnati on January 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
Kansas City Bus Station
Cincinnati Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Kansas City Bus Station
Cincinnati Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Kansas City Bus Station
Cincinnati Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Kansas City Bus Station
Cincinnati Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Kansas City Bus Station
Cincinnati Bus StationNo tags

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
01-24
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01-25
$150
Today
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01-27
$235
01-28
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01-29
$100
01-30
$145
01-31
$240
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 $242 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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