Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Kansas City Bus Station | Greyhound Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Kansas City Bus Station | Downtown SD (Seaport) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Kansas City Bus Station | Balboa Park | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Kansas City Bus Station | UCSD Health La Jolla Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Kansas City Bus Station | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just $255, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kansas City and San Diego?
Stops in Kansas City
- A
Greyhound Station
1101 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64106
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
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Based on 87519 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $211
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA, 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 San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to San Diego start from $207. The average price for this route is around $267. 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 San Diego?
The average bus travel time from Kansas City to San Diego is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 2146 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Kansas City to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kansas City to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to San Diego at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to San Diego?
A bus trip from Kansas City to San Diego generates an estimated 54 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.
The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Feb 5, 2026 with a price of $240To 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 San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $240 to $380 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $240 which is on 2026-02-05.
What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to San Diego, CA, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
