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TodayApr 25
from $56
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $56
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 25 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $91
Bus St Louis to Kansas City: Trip Overview

Bus St Louis to Kansas City: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$64
Average bus trip duration4h 30m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure1:45 AM
Distance237 miles (382 km)
Latest bus departure5:45 PM

St Louis to Kansas City Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:45AM - 5:45PM
Minimum Price$43
Average Ticket Price$64
Minimum Trip Duration4h10m
Average Bus Trip Duration4h30m
Distance237 miles (382 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip St Louis - Kansas City

You can take a bus or a train to go from St Louis to Kansas City. Both are practical and eco-friendly ways to travel to Kansas City. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

The average travel time from St Louis to Kansas City is about 4h 30m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 4h 10m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 238 miles (384 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating St Louis and Kansas City is 238 miles (384 km).

About 3 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound. The number of buses from St Louis to Kansas City can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from St Louis to Kansas City as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates between 1:45 AM and 5:45 PM.

Buses traveling from St Louis to Kansas City leave from Gateway Station and arrive at Greyhound Station.

You can expect to pay around $64 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $53 to $121, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Kansas City, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Kansas City Power & Light District, Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, Hallmark Kaleidoscope, Children's Mercy Park and Powell Gardens.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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04/26
$48
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04/28
$48
04/29
$43
04/30
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The cheapest trip from St Louis to Kansas City was searched and found on Apr 29, 2024 with a price of $43

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

You can expect to pay from $43 to $48 for a bus ticket from St Louis to Kansas City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2024-04-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between St Louis and Kansas City!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from St Louis to Kansas City, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from St Louis to Kansas City will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from St Louis to Kansas City.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

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

Will you be returning to St Louis by bus?

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