Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Kansas City (47Th Street Transit Center) | CheapestFastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Kansas City (47Th Street Transit Center) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Kansas City (47Th Street Transit Center) | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Kansas City
The journey takes about 16 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 87412 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £54
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Kansas City, KS
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Kansas City?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Kansas City start from £47. The average price for this route is around £67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Kansas City?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Kansas City is 16h 15m, covering a distance of 412 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 18h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Kansas City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Kansas City?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Kansas City at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Kansas City?
A bus journey from Chicago to Kansas City produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Kansas City, KS was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Kansas City, KS as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £51 to £76 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Kansas City, KS based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £51, which is on 2025-12-04.
