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Today26 Jun
Tomorrow27 Jun
from US$100
Sat28 Jun
Sun29 Jun
Mon30 Jun
Tue1 Jul
from US$83
Wed2 Jul
from US$96
Thu3 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 27 June at
    Departure city: Cincinnati
    Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Arrival time: 28 June at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 June at
    Departure city: Cincinnati
    Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Arrival time: 27 June at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 June at
    Departure city: Cincinnati
    Departure location: Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)
    Arrival time: 28 June at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 June at
    Departure city: Cincinnati
    Departure location: Cincinnati (Downtown)
    Arrival time: 28 June at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cincinnati to Kansas City

Bus
Average priceUS$68 - US$218Average duration20h 35m
22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$271 - US$301Average duration21h 7m
79kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cincinnati to Kansas City

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 US$68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
20h 35mAverage duration
US$68Cheapest ticket
22kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cincinnati to Kansas City: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$103
Average bus trip duration20h 35m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure00:55
Distance541 miles
Latest bus departure17:00

Cincinnati to Kansas City Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Cincinnati to Kansas City. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Cincinnati to Kansas City will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Kansas City from Cincinnati, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cincinnati - Kansas City, MO

  1. How far is Kansas City from Cincinnati by coach?

    The journey from Cincinnati to Kansas City by coach covers an approximate distance of 542 miles (874 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Kansas City from Cincinnati without flying?

    To travel from Cincinnati to Kansas City without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
24/06
US$143
25/06
US$117
Today
US$81
27/06
US$93
28/06
US$103
29/06
No data
30/06
US$62
01/07
US$75
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Kansas City was searched and found on 30 Jun 2025 with a price of US$62

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 as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$62 to US$202 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Kansas City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$62, which is on 2025-06-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cincinnati and Kansas City!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cincinnati to Kansas City, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cincinnati to Kansas City.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cincinnati to Kansas City, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Cincinnati to Kansas City?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Cincinnati by bus?

Bus from Cincinnati to Kansas City

You can also go to Kansas City by train

Train from Cincinnati to Kansas City

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