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Bus Jefferson City to Kansas City: Trip Overview

Bus Jefferson City to Kansas City: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$34
Average bus trip duration3h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure4:35 PM
Distance136 miles (218 km)

Jefferson City to Kansas City Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures1
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures4:35PM
Minimum Price$31
Average Ticket Price$34
Minimum Trip Duration3h
Average Bus Trip Duration3h
Distance136 miles (218 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Jefferson City - Kansas City

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. Both are practical and eco-friendly ways to travel to Kansas City. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

Traveling from Jefferson City to Kansas City takes around 3h on average, but you can get there in as little as 3h with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 137 miles (220 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 137 miles (220 km).

On average, there is 1 daily departure on this route, offered by Greyhound. The number of buses from Jefferson City to Kansas City can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Jefferson City to Kansas City as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The only daily bus traveling from Jefferson City to Kansas City usually leaves at 4:35 PM and is provided by Greyhound.

The average bus ticket price from Jefferson City to Kansas City is $34. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $34 to $39, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, you can do a day trip from Jefferson City to Kansas City. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 6h. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Kansas City before making your way back to Jefferson City.

Once in Kansas City, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, Powell Gardens, Steamboat Arabia Museum and Hallmark Kaleidoscope.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Jefferson City to Kansas City.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

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 Jefferson City to Kansas City.

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

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Jefferson City to Kansas City?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time3hAvg Price$34Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time3h 15mAvg Price$35Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Jefferson City and Kansas City is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $34 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $34. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kansas City, choose the bus, as it will take you from Jefferson City to Kansas City in about 3h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Jefferson City by bus?

Bus from Kansas City to Jefferson City

You can also go to Kansas City by train

Train from Jefferson City to Kansas City

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