Bus from Houston, US to Kansas City, MO: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Houston to Kansas City on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Tornado Bus + Expreso
Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
4753 Parallel PkwyCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Houston Bus Station
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Gray & Smith
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Houston Bus Station
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston 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 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
20h 25mAverage duration
647 milesDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£75 - £206Average duration20h 25m
26kg CO₂e
Average price£156 - £336Average duration2d 1h
95kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Houston, US to Kansas City, MO

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Kansas City?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Houston to Kansas City start from £75. The average price for this route is around £112. 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 journey from Houston to Kansas City?

    The average bus journey time from Houston to Kansas City is 20h 25m, covering a distance of 647 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h 9m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Kansas City?

    The earliest bus departs from Houston to Kansas City at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

    A bus journey from Houston to Kansas City produces an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Houston to Kansas City?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Kansas City?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Houston 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Kansas City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
27/11
£106
28/11
£139
Today
£175
30/11
£175
01/12
£120
02/12
£118
03/12
No data
04/12
£90
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £90

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

You can expect to pay from £90 to £812 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £90, which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Amtrak, 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.

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