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

The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Omaha start from $83. The average price for this route is around $241. 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 Kansas City to Omaha?

The average bus travel time from Kansas City to Omaha is 6h 35m, covering a distance of 256 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Omaha route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines , Tornado Bus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Omaha at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Kansas City to Omaha generates an estimated 6 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 Kansas City to Omaha?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 766 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kansas City to Omaha?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines , with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jefferson Lines , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Kansas City to Omaha from $81 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Kansas City to Omaha on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:55pm	4753 Parallel Pkwy	1d 13h	9:10am	Omaha, (NE - TBC Omaha)	No tags
Bus	7:55pm	4753 Parallel Pkwy	1d 13h	9:10am	Omaha, (NE - TBC Omaha)	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Kansas City	4h 10m	5:40am	Burlington Trailways Station	No tags
Bus	6:00am	4753 Parallel Pkwy	3h 10m	9:10am	Omaha, (NE - TBC Omaha)	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Kansas City	4h 10m	5:40am	Burlington Trailways Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Omaha

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Omaha. The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 35mAverage Duration

256 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$83 - $270	Average Duration6h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$173 - $1,332	Average Duration16h 8m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Kansas City and Omaha?

Stops in Kansas City

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

Stops in Omaha

A
Omaha Bus Station
1601 Jackson St, Omaha, NE 68102

Compare bus companies

Jefferson Lines

4/5766 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi2.3

Based on 766 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Jefferson Lines ticket prices on this trip start at $83

Jefferson Lines Kansas City Omaha recent customer reviews

The auditory system was not clear. My bus left without me because I couln’t hear the announcement

Ruth F.

October 11, 2019

Want reimbursement

Cecil H.

February 3, 2022

Very comfortable

Mark G.

November 6, 2018

Tornado Bus

3/5173 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi3.9

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Omaha, US 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 Kansas City to Omaha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Omaha start from $83. The average price for this route is around $241. 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 Kansas City to Omaha?
The average bus travel time from Kansas City to Omaha is 6h 35m, covering a distance of 256 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Omaha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Tornado Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kansas City to Omaha?
The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Omaha at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to Omaha?
A bus trip from Kansas City to Omaha generates an estimated 6 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 Kansas City to Omaha?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 766 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kansas City to Omaha?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kansas City to Omaha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kansas City to Omaha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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

01-26

$81

01-27

$229

Today

$81

01-29

$81

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01-31

$81

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The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Omaha, US was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $81

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 Omaha, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $81 to $229 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Omaha, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2026-01-29.

Usually Tornado Bus 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.