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

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Next departures for Kansas City to Los Angeles on December 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Los Angeles (Americanstar)No tags
GreyhoundBus
Kansas City Bus Station
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
UCLANo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $167, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
1d 18hAverage Duration
2188 kmDistance
55kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$167 - $584Average Duration1d 18h
55kg CO₂e
Average Price$212 - $1,505Average Duration1d 11h
198kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Los Angeles start from $167. The average price for this route is around $316. 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 Los Angeles?

    The average bus travel time from Kansas City to Los Angeles is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 2188 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Los Angeles at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

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

    A bus trip from Kansas City to Los Angeles generates an estimated 55 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
12-06
$161
12-07
$412
Today
$387
12-09
$221
12-10
No data
12-11
No data
12-12
$211
12-13
$260
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $161

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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $161 to $512 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $211 which is on 2025-12-12.

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