Bus Tickets from Tampa to Kansas City, MO

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Next departures for Tampa to Kansas City on November 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		University of South Florida
    		Kansas City Bus StationCheapest
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		University of South Florida
      		Kansas City Bus StationFastest
      Amtrak
        		Union Station
        		Union StationNo tags
        FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
          		Tampa Bus Station
          		Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
          Amtrak
            		Union Station
            		Union StationNo tags

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            Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to Kansas City

            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            6bus per day
            1d 11hAverage Duration
            1035 milesDistance
            42kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average Price$123 - $403Average Duration1d 11h
            42kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average Price$222 - $482Average Duration2d 5h
            152kg CO₂e

            Bus Tampa to Kansas City, MO: Trip Overview

            Average ticket price$163
            Average bus trip duration1d 11h
            Number of daily buses6
            Earliest bus departure6:10am
            Distance1035 miles (1669 km)
            Latest bus departure10:35pm

            Tampa to Kansas City Bus

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

            Best price found
            10/30
            $279
            10/31
            $131
            Today
            $155
            11/02
            $146
            11/03
            No data
            11/04
            $132
            11/05
            $460
            11/06
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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Oct 31, 2025 with a price of $131

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

            You can expect to pay from $131 to $1,951 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $132 which is on 2025-11-04.

            Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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            Bus Travel Tips

            Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Tampa 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.

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

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            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.

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

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