Bus from Boston, MA, US to Kansas City, MO: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Boston to Kansas City on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Brookline
Kansas City Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
Kansas City Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Brookline
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Kansas City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $168, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 13hAverage Duration
2002 kmDistance
50kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$168 - $627Average Duration1d 13h
50kg CO₂e
Average Price$539 - $1,033Average Duration1d 12h
183kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Kansas City, MO by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Kansas City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Kansas City start from $168. The average price for this route is around $322. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Boston to Kansas City?

    The average bus travel time from Boston to Kansas City is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 2002 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Boston to Kansas City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Kansas City?

    The earliest bus departs from Boston to Kansas City at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Kansas City?

    A bus trip from Boston to Kansas City generates an estimated 50 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Boston to Kansas City?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Kansas City?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Kansas City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Kansas City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-29
$423
11-30
$506
Today
$439
12-02
$315
12-03
$256
12-04
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12-05
No data
12-06
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $256

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

You can expect to pay from $256 to $551 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $256 which is on 2025-12-03.

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