How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Kansas City?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Kansas City start from $154. The average price for this route is around $257. 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 New York City to Kansas City?

The average bus travel time from New York City to Kansas City is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1761 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Kansas City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New York City to Kansas City?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Kansas City at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Kansas City?

A bus trip from New York City to Kansas City generates an estimated 44 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 New York City to Kansas City?

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 87393 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Kansas City?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New York City to Kansas City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Kansas City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus New York City to Kansas City from $190 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Kansas City on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	9:00pm	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 6h	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	9:00pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Kansas City on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00pm	New York (Hudson Yards)	1d 12h	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 6h	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	9:00pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Kansas City on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	9:00pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Kansas City on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	9:00pm	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 6h	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Kansas City on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	9:00pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	9:00pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Kansas City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $154, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

1761 kmDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$154 - $848	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$284 - $1,867	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 160kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Kansas City?

Stops in New York City

A
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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B
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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C
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Stops in Kansas City

A
Greyhound Station
1101 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64106

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,415 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87415 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $154

Greyhound New York City Kansas City recent customer reviews

Greyhound was an absolute disaster. I’ll never ride aboard their buses again.

Adam C.

May 21, 2018

The bus i was on had no electricity slot to charge my phone

Gabriel F.

May 29, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511,529 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Kansas City, MO 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 New York City to Kansas City?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Kansas City start from $154. The average price for this route is around $257. 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 New York City to Kansas City?
The average bus travel time from New York City to Kansas City is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1761 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Kansas City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New York City to Kansas City?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Kansas City at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Kansas City?
A bus trip from New York City to Kansas City generates an estimated 44 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 New York City to Kansas City?
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 87393 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Kansas City?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New York City to Kansas City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Kansas City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12-03

$345

12-04

$331

Today

$331

12-06

$322

12-07

$250

12-08

$243

12-09

$214

12-10

$209

The cheapest trip from New York City to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $209

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Kansas City, MO, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $209 to $518 for a bus ticket from New York City to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $209 which is on 2025-12-10.