How much is the bus ticket from Cincinnati to Kansas City?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Kansas City start from $195. The average price for this route is around $219. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Cincinnati to Kansas City?

The average bus travel time from Cincinnati to Kansas City is 20h 35m, covering a distance of 872 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Kansas City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cincinnati to Kansas City?

The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Kansas City at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Kansas City?

A bus trip from Cincinnati to Kansas City generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Cincinnati to Kansas City?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati to Kansas City?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cincinnati 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cincinnati to Kansas City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cincinnati to Kansas City from $253 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cincinnati to Kansas City on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	14h	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	21h 5m	9:00pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00am	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	1d	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:25am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	20h 35m	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati 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 20 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $195, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

20h 35mAverage Duration

872 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$195 - $408	Average Duration20h 35m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$379 - $421	Average Duration21h 7m	CO₂ emissions 79kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and Kansas City?

Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA

Stops in Kansas City

A
Greyhound Station
1101 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64106

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,457 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,790 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Cincinnati to Kansas City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Kansas City start from $195. The average price for this route is around $219. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cincinnati to Kansas City?
The average bus travel time from Cincinnati to Kansas City is 20h 35m, covering a distance of 872 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Kansas City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cincinnati to Kansas City?
The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Kansas City at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Kansas City?
A bus trip from Cincinnati to Kansas City generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cincinnati to Kansas City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati to Kansas City?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cincinnati 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cincinnati to Kansas City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$143

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$253

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The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Dec 27, 2025 with a price of $143

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

You can expect to pay from $143 to $292 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $253 which is on 2025-12-29.