Bus from Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Jefferson City on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Jefferson CityCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:48 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Jefferson City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Jefferson City. The journey takes about 3 hours 7 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
3h 7mAverage Duration
217 kmDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$44 - $68Average Duration3h 15m
5kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$44 - $82Average Duration3h 7m
20kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Jefferson 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 Kansas City to Jefferson City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Jefferson City start from $44. The average price for this route is around $48. 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 Kansas City to Jefferson City?

    The average bus travel time from Kansas City to Jefferson City is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 219 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Jefferson City at 3:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Kansas City to Jefferson City generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-27
$62
11-28
$62
Today
$55
11-30
$64
12-01
$43
12-02
$38
12-03
No data
12-04
$37
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $64 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-04.

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