Bus from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Houston on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Houston Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Houston Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Downtown Gray & SmithNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Houston Uptown/Upper KirbyNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
The Woodlands - Windvale CenterNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:41 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 19 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
19h 15mAverage Duration
1045 kmDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$117 - $567Average Duration19h 15m
26kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$290 - $681Average Duration2d 2h
95kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Houston start from $117. The average price for this route is around $207. 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 Houston?

    The average bus travel time from Kansas City to Houston is 19h 15m, covering a distance of 1045 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Houston at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

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

    A bus trip from Kansas City to Houston generates an estimated 26 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
12-09
$223
12-10
$223
Today
$211
12-12
$226
12-13
$192
12-14
$187
12-15
$161
12-16
$149
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $149

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 Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $149 to $285 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $149 which is on 2025-12-16.

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