Find coaches from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO

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Next departures from Philadelphia to Kansas City on 13 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
199 Spring Garden St.
Kansas City Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
199 Spring Garden St.
Kansas City Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
199 Spring Garden St.
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
199 Spring Garden St.
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Kansas City

Bus
Average priceUS$103 - US$385Average duration1d 10h
42kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$458 - US$566Average duration1d 10h
151kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Philadelphia to Kansas City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
1d 10hAverage duration
US$103Cheapest ticket
42kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$157
Average bus trip duration1d 10h
Number of daily buses17
Earliest bus departure03:10
Distance1033 miles
Latest bus departure23:15

Philadelphia to Kansas City Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Philadelphia to Kansas City.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Kansas City from Philadelphia, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - Kansas City, MO

  1. What's the distance between Philadelphia and Kansas City by coach?

    The distance between Philadelphia and Kansas City by coach is approximately 1034 miles (1667 km).

  2. How can I travel from Philadelphia to Kansas City avoiding air travel?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09/10
US$184
10/10
US$118
Today
US$262
12/10
US$225
13/10
US$136
14/10
No data
15/10
US$109
16/10
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on 15 Oct 2025 with a price of US$109

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

You can expect to pay from US$109 to US$420 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$109, which is on 2025-10-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Philadelphia to Kansas City but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Philadelphia to Kansas City.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Philadelphia to Kansas City.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Philadelphia to Kansas City, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO?

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