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New Orleans - New Orleans Canal St
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Kansas City - Kansas City Bus Station
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5:15PM
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6:25PM
New Orleans - St Charles & Poydras
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Kansas City - Kansas City Bus Station
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New Orleans - New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
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Kansas City - Kansas City Bus Station
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Bus New Orleans to Kansas City: Trip Overview

Bus New Orleans to Kansas City: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$145
Average bus trip duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure6:15 AM
Distance681 miles (1097 km)
Latest bus departure7:00 PM

New Orleans to Kansas City Buses

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Information on this bus route

Daily Departures3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:15AM - 7:00PM
Minimum Price$134
Average Ticket Price$145
Minimum Trip Duration23h25m
Average Bus Trip Duration1d1h
Distance681 miles (1097 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip New Orleans - Kansas City

You can take a bus or a train to go from New Orleans to Kansas City. The two options are convenient and eco-friendly ways to reach Kansas City. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

On average, the trip from New Orleans to Kansas City takes around 1d 1h, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 23h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 681 miles (1099 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating New Orleans and Kansas City is 681 miles (1099 km).

About 3 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from New Orleans to Kansas City may vary. Simplify your trip from New Orleans to Kansas City by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 6:15 AM and 7:00 PM.

Buses traveling from New Orleans to Kansas City leave from Union Passenger Terminal and arrive at Greyhound Station.

Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $88.

You can expect to pay around $145 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $88 and $376, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Kansas City, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial and Powell Gardens.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from New Orleans to Kansas City. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

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 New Orleans to Kansas City but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New Orleans to Kansas City, get comfy and count the stars.

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

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

Did you know?

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time1d 1hAvg Price$145Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time1d 7hAvg Price$217Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between New Orleans 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 $145 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $88. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kansas City, choose the bus, as it will take you from New Orleans to Kansas City in about 1d 1h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to New Orleans by bus?

Bus from Kansas City to New Orleans

You can also go to Kansas City by train

Train from New Orleans to Kansas City

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